Former Carterville High School standout Kennedy Rushing played on Thursday, May 15 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division III Softball Championship

Kennedy Rushing

By Carbondale Reporter

May 16, 2025

On Thursday, May 15, former Carterville High School standout Kennedy Rushing’s current collegiate team the Washington Bears lost 3-4 against the Wartburg Knights in the NCAA Division III Softball Championship.

The game took place at WashU Softball Field at 1:40 p.m. and was the first matchup against the Wartburg Knights in the tournament.

The Washington Bears’ next game will take place on Friday, May 16 at 11 a.m. at WashU Softball Field.

Kennedy Rushing

Catcher and utility player

Freshman

5′4″

Hometown: Carbondale

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