The University of Mississippi Athletics
Rebel Softball Trio Graduates this Winter
12/31/2025 | Softball
OXFORD, Miss. – Three members of the Ole Miss softball program earned their college degrees this winter, as Lair Beautae, Tenly Grisham and Grace Thompson each graduated this month.
Beautae finished her degree in multi-disciplinary studies after transferring into the university ahead of last season's historic season. Beatuae also minored in psychology, sport administration and food sciences and now serves as an assistant coach for the Howard softball program.
Grisham graduated with a bachelor's degree in allied health studies while minoring in psychology. Grisham earned cum laude honors and intends to pursue dental school after her softball career is finished.
Thompson earned her bachelor's degree in sport management, including finishing with a perfect 4.0 GPA in her final semester. Thompson will continue her educational journey by pursuing a graduate degree in intercollegiate athletic administration while continuing to compete in softball.
Grisham and Thompson will help lead the 2026 Rebel softball program, with the season set to begin on Feb. 5 with a doubleheader at Cal State Fullerton.
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For all Ole Miss softball news and information, go to OleMissSports.com and follow the Rebels on Twitter at @OleMissSoftball, on Facebook at Ole Miss Softball and on Instagram at @olemisssoftball. Also, follow head coach Jamie Trachsel on Twitter at @Jamie_Trachsel.
Beautae finished her degree in multi-disciplinary studies after transferring into the university ahead of last season's historic season. Beatuae also minored in psychology, sport administration and food sciences and now serves as an assistant coach for the Howard softball program.
Grisham graduated with a bachelor's degree in allied health studies while minoring in psychology. Grisham earned cum laude honors and intends to pursue dental school after her softball career is finished.
Thompson earned her bachelor's degree in sport management, including finishing with a perfect 4.0 GPA in her final semester. Thompson will continue her educational journey by pursuing a graduate degree in intercollegiate athletic administration while continuing to compete in softball.
Grisham and Thompson will help lead the 2026 Rebel softball program, with the season set to begin on Feb. 5 with a doubleheader at Cal State Fullerton.
Get rewarded for attending events by joining Rebel Rewards powered by Coca-Cola, the official fan loyalty program of the Ole Miss Rebels. Download the Ole Miss Sports mobile app, sign up for a Rebel Rewards account, and start earning points immediately that can be redeemed for exclusive prizes and experiences.
For all Ole Miss softball news and information, go to OleMissSports.com and follow the Rebels on Twitter at @OleMissSoftball, on Facebook at Ole Miss Softball and on Instagram at @olemisssoftball. Also, follow head coach Jamie Trachsel on Twitter at @Jamie_Trachsel.
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