SAN MARCOS, Texas - In the newest episode of the States Up podcast, Texas State softball's Jessica Mullins discusses the impact of Bobcat legendary Randi Rupp on her career as well as learning from one of the greatest pitchers of all-time and former Texas State assistant coach Cat Osterman.

Mullins, coming off being named the Sun Belt Conference Pitcher of the Year and a combined no-hitter in the regular season finale, is having a standout year in the circle for the surging Bobcats. And the dream of playing for Texas State was created after learning from Rupp as she grew up. She shares the impact that has had so far on her Bobcat career.
 
The Barbers Hill High School product also chats about the role of her grandmother in her life, her love of cooking, and her affinity for country music.
 
Mullins takes time as well to share the impact of the sudden death of James Madison softball player Lauren Bernett on her, the team, and the softball community.

The podcast can be heard on Spotify, Apple, Amazon Music, Stitcher and Google.
 
Fans can also access the podcast at https://txstatebobcats.com/podcasts.

Hosted by Brant Freeman, the new States Up podcast is focused on the personalities that make up Texas State, from athletes to coaches to more, and allows fans to get to know the people they cheer for and watch compete even more. 

Bobcat fans can listen to each new episode every week.