Texas leads early in WCWS championship series against Texas Tech
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Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Texas softball surged ahead in Game 1 of the Women's College World Series championship against Texas Tech, with a 5-1 lead after two innings. Katie Stewart hit a two-run homer, contributing to a strong offensive start that included multiple hits from teammates. The Longhorns are aiming to secure back-to-back national titles. The game is still ongoing, and the mercy rule applies if Texas maintains an eight-run lead after five innings.
- •Texas leads Texas Tech 5-1 in Game 1 of the WCWS finals.
- •Katie Stewart's home run is her fourth in four games.
- •Texas aims to become the fifth team to win consecutive titles.
- •The mercy rule applies in the WCWS, active since 2023.
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