The University of Delaware softball team made an impressive debut in Conference USA, earning more postseason accolades than any other program in the league during their first year of membership.
Conference USA officials announced on May 5, 2026, that the Blue Hens collected eight total honors, topping all other schools in the conference. Three Delaware players – Sydney Shaffer, Maddie Diamond, and Allie Nankivell – secured spots on the First Team All-CUSA roster.
Additionally, Katie Scheivert and Josie Crossman both earned recognition on the Second Team All-CUSA squad. The conference also selected three Blue Hens for the CUSA All-Freshman Team: Karli Challburg, Diamond, and Nankivell.
Delaware’s impressive showing placed them among the conference’s top programs, with their five combined first- and second-team honorees ranking fifth league-wide. Only Jacksonville State surpassed the Blue Hens in that category with six selections.
The strong recognition caps off a successful inaugural campaign for Delaware in their new conference home.
