Texas Tech Softball Reaches WCWS Finals, Loses to Texas in Decisive Game 3

Texas Tech's softball team concluded a historic season as the national runner-up in the 2025 Women's College World Series, narrowly losing to Texas 10-4 in a decisive Game 3. Despite early struggles by ace pitcher NiJaree Canady in the final game, the Red Raiders showed resilience by rallying late, with Coach Gerry Glasco expressing pride in the team's remarkable turnaround and season-long effort. The victory in Game 2, a 4-3 win, was dedicated to the Lubbock community amid a devastating tornado outbreak, highlighting the team's connection to their hometown during difficult times. Texas Tech's season was marked by a dramatic rise from a bubble team to Big 12 champions and WCWS finalists, defeating top programs like UCLA and Oklahoma along the way. The Big 12 conference celebrated Texas Tech's success and their competitive matches against Texas, emphasizing the intense rivalry and stakes in the championship series. Fans were encouraged to welcome the team back to Lubbock and celebrate their achievements, with local venues providing gathering spots to watch the games during the series.