
Texas Longhorns Clinch First NCAA Softball Championship with Victory over Texas Tech
In a stunning performance, the Texas Longhorns defeated Texas Tech 10-4 to secure their first national title in the Women's College World Series.
The Texas Longhorns sealed their fate as NCAA softball champions, taking down Texas Tech with a decisive 10-4 score in the final match of the Women’s College World Series held on Friday night. This victory marks a significant achievement for Texas, as it is their first national title in the history of the program.
After facing defeats against Oklahoma in the championship games of 2022 and 2024, the Longhorns prevailed this time, overcoming a formidable opponent in Texas Tech alongside star pitcher NiJaree Canady. Texas surged ahead early, scoring five runs in the first inning, which pressured Texas Tech to make pitching changes, halting Canady’s impressive run of consecutive pitches.
Ultimately, the Longhorns managed to tag 10 runs in this championship match, making it the highest scoring game for them in the Women’s College World Series.
For a detailed schedule and results from every matchup, stay updated on CBS Sports.
Championship (Best of 3)
- Game 1: Texas 2, Texas Tech 1
- Game 2: Texas Tech 4, Texas 3
- Game 3: Texas 10, Texas Tech 4
Schedule and Results
Thursday, May 29
- Game 1: No. 6 Texas 3, No. 3 Florida 0
- Game 2: No. 2 Oklahoma 4, No. 7 Tennessee 3
- Game 3: No. 12 Texas Tech 1, Ole Miss 0
- Game 4: No. 9 UCLA 4, No. 16 Oregon 2
Friday, May 30
- Game 5: No. 7 Tennessee 11, No. 3 Florida 3 (5 innings)
- Game 6: No. 16 Oregon 6, Ole Miss 5 (10 innings)
Saturday, May 31
- Game 7: No. 6 Texas 4, No. 2 Oklahoma 2
- Game 8: No. 12 Texas Tech 3, No. 9 UCLA 1
Sunday, June 1
- Game 9: No. 7 Tennessee 5, No. 9 UCLA 4 (9 innings)
- Game 10: No. 2 Oklahoma 4, No. 16 Oregon 1
Monday, June 2
- Game 11: No. 6 Texas 2, No. 7 Tennessee 0
- Game 13: No. 12 Texas Tech 3, No. 2 Oklahoma 2