Texas Softball Takes Over WCWS with Two Power Teams

You don’t drop a million dollars on a maybe.

That’s what Texas Tech did, or more accurately, what their boosters did when they backed NiJaree Canady, the ace pitcher who now has her team headed to the Women’s College World Series for the first time ever.

Her $1 million NIL deal wasn’t just groundbreaking, it was a signal that Tech was done waiting their turn. That this program was ready to build. And now? They’re not just showing up to OKC, they’re ready to dominate.

Canady’s dominance on the mound has been the anchor all season, but this team isn’t just riding one star. The Red Raiders have leaned all the way in, fearless at the plate and sharp on defense.

They’ve knocked out top seeds, flipped scripts, and suddenly, they’re the team no one wants to face.

But it gets better: Texas isn’t coming alone.

The Longhorns are back for Round 2, returning to the WCWS for the second year in a row. Last year, they made it all the way to the World Series and fell short. This year, they're not just aiming to return, they’re aiming to finish.

Led by Leighann Goode, Mac Morgan, and a lineup that runs deep, Texas has been sharp all season. They’ve got speed, power, and the kind of postseason calm that comes from experience. This team is built to handle the pressure and this time, they’re not settling for anything less than a title run.

Texas softball just took over Oklahoma City and it’s about to get loud.

📺 Catch ‘em live on ESPN and ESPN2 starting Thursday.