When they saw their name pop up on the television screen in the honors dormitory, the Alcorn State University softball team immediately ran the spectrum of emotions.

"We were excited and shocked," said starting catcher Chelsie Dahlbeck, a 2008 graduate of Estero High School.

Irondale, AL – After losing its first game on opening day of the SWAC Championship tournament, Alcorn State posted five straight wins over the next three days to claim the 2010 softball title with a 6-3 win over Mississippi Valley State on Sunday.