Texas Takes Over WCWS: Longhorns vs. Red Raiders Showdown

For the first time in 21 years, the Women’s College World Series championship is an intrastate showdown—and Texas has officially taken over.

The Longhorns and Red Raiders have knocked out the competition and claimed both spots in the finals, marking the first all-same-state title clash since UCLA faced Cal in 2004.

Even more historic?

The Longhorns finally got their revenge, beating Oklahoma at the Women’s College World Series for the first time ever. Texas didn’t just end a dynasty, they opened the door for a brand-new era of Lone Star dominance.

Red Raiders and Longhorns are about to put on a show.

At the front of that charge is Nijaree Canady, Texas' million-dollar pitcher whose arm has been pure gold in Oklahoma City.

But Texas Tech isn’t just here for the photo op; they’re here to steal the show. In their gutsy upset over UCLA, Tech pulled off one of the wildest plays of the tournament: a daring steal from third to home, the kind of aggressive, no-holds-barred softball that defines this Red Raider squad.

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The Longhorns aren't going to make it easy especially with players like Mia Scott; she's fierce at the plate and a leader who’s kept Texas locked in and lethal.

This all-Texas final guarantees one thing: the national title is heading to the Lone Star State, no matter what.

Let the showdown begin.

WCWS Finals Schedule – Texas vs. Texas Tech

• Game 1: Wednesday, June 4 at 8 p.m. ET – on ESPN / ESPN+
• Game 2: Thursday, June 5 at 8 p.m. ET – on ESPN / ESPN+
• Game 3 (if needed): Friday, June 6 at 8 p.m. ET – on ESPN / ESPN+

How to Watch:

Tune in on ESPN or stream live via the ESPN app or ESPN+.