Overview

• Clemson won Game 1 of the Austin Super Regional 7-4, capitalizing on Texas defensive errors and a strong outing by pitcher Reese Basinger.
• Texas responded in Game 2 with a dramatic 7-5 extra-inning victory, forcing a winner-take-all Game 3 on Saturday night.
• The Tigers, whose softball program began in 2020, are seeking their first-ever Women's College World Series appearance.
• Texas, the 2024 national runner-up, is aiming to return to the WCWS but must overcome Clemson’s momentum and strong pitching rotation.
• The decisive Game 3 will be held at Red & Charline McCombs Field in Austin, with the winner advancing to Oklahoma City.