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Tennessee softball eliminated by Texas in WCWS semifinals on June 1

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Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Tennessee softball eliminated by Texas in WCWS semifinals on June 1
Summary

Tennessee softball lost back-to-back games to Texas in the Women's College World Series semifinals, ending their season on June 1. The Lady Vols lost the first game 5-2 and the second game 4-0 at Devon Park. Coach Karen Weekly managed her pitching staff in anticipation of having to play two games, utilizing Erin Nuwer and Karlyn Pickens as starters across both games. Despite a strong pitching plan, the offense struggled throughout the series, failing to mount adequate threats against Texas.

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  • •Tennessee was eliminated from the WCWS in the semifinals by Texas.
  • •The Lady Vols lost the first game 5-2 and the second game 4-0.
  • •Karen Weekly managed her pitching staff with an eye toward two games.
  • •Erin Nuwer started Game 1, while Karlyn Pickens started Game 2.
  • •Tennessee struggled offensively, failing to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
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  • 11:18 PMYahoo Sports — How Karen Weekly explained Tennessee pitching strategy in WCWS losses to Texas
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Tennessee softball coach Karen Weekly explains her thought process in managing the Lady Vols' pitching staff during the WCWS semifinals.

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