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Texas softball claims second straight national title over Texas Tech

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Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Texas softball claims second straight national title over Texas Tech
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The Texas Longhorns won their second consecutive national championship on June 4, 2026, by sweeping Texas Tech in the Women's College World Series. After trailing 1-0, Texas scored four runs in the fifth inning, highlighted by Viviana Martinez's two-run double and Kayden Henry's solo home run. Pitcher Citlaly Gutierrez allowed one run in 4⅓ innings, and Teagan Kavan secured the win in relief, leading to a final score of 4-1. This victory marks a significant achievement for Texas, solidifying their status in collegiate softball.

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  • •Texas defeated Texas Tech 4-1 in game two for the championship.
  • •Viviana Martinez contributed a two-run double in the fifth inning.
  • •Kayden Henry added a solo home run for additional runs.
  • •Citlaly Gutierrez pitched 4⅓ innings, giving up one run.
  • •Teagan Kavan closed the game, securing the national title.
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  • 3:11 AMYahoo Sports — Texas softball won its second straight national title thanks to strong pitching, late runs
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