OKLAHOMA CITY — The Texas Tech softball team will try to score more runs than Mississippi State to pick up a win in the first game of the 2026 Women’s College World Series at Devon Park today.
The Red Raiders and Bulldogs will open the tournament today after facing off in the regional round of last season. Texas Tech boasts four NFCA All-Americans as Kaitlyn Terry, NiJaree Canady, Mia Williams and Jackie Lis will try to lead the Red Raiders to victory over Mississippi State, which is making its first WCWS appearance in program history.
Do the Red Raiders remember how to win in OKC, or do the Bulldogs have another upset up their sleeves?
The Lubbock Avalanche-Journal is bringing you live coverage of the game. Follow along for live score updates, stats, highlights and more.
Texas Tech softball vs Mississippi State in Women’s College World Series live score updates
11:58 a.m.: Texas Tech softball goes down in order for the first time today and leads 4-0 through 3 full innings.
11:51 a.m.: NiJaree Canady has faced the minimum through 3 innings in the circle with 3 strikeouts.
11:45 a.m.: End of 2, Texas Tech softball leads Mississippi State 4-0.
11:40 a.m.: Mia Williams hits an RBI double to make it 4-0 Texas Tech softball and Mississippi State is making a pitching change. One out in the bottom of the 2nd, runners on 2nd and 3rd for the Red Raiders.
11:33 a.m.: Lauren Allred smokes a double down the first base line to score Mihyia Davis. 3-0 Texas Tech softball.
11:28 a.m.: Hailey Toney with a 6-3 double play to get Texas Tech softball up to bat in the bottom of the 2nd.
11:21 a.m.: The next three Red Raiders go down in order but Texas Tech softball takes a 2-0 lead after 1 inning.
11:17 a.m.: Jackie Lis makes Mississippi State pay with a two-run home run.
11:14 a.m.: Mia Williams gets hit by the first pitch. Again.
11:11 a.m.: It’s a 1-2-3 inning for NiJaree Canady with a pair of strikeouts. Texas Tech softball up to bat starting with Mia Williams.
11:07 a.m.: Morgan Stiles will lead things off for Mississippi State.
11:04 a.m.: The coaches meeting has completed. We are set to go.
10:47 a.m.: The lineups have been updated. NiJaree Canady will start in the circle for Texas Tech softball. Terry is in left field.
10:24 a.m.: Texas Tech softball is going with the two-pitcher setup to start the WCWS how it ended the Super Regional. Kaitlyn Terry is listed as the starting pitcher and NiJaree Canady the DP. This allows both pitchers to be available to rotate in and out of the game as head coach Gerry Glasco sees fit.
10:08 a.m.: Texas Tech softball will be wearing the white uniforms today as the home team. First pitch scheduled for 11:06 a.m., according to the video board.
9:57 a.m.: Fans have started filling into Devon Park for the start of the 2026 Women’s College World Series. Texas Tech softball kicks things off against Mississippi State in about an hour. Raider Red is in the house and taking photos with the people.
What channel is Texas Tech softball vs Mississippi State in Women’s College World Series on today?
The Texas Tech softball game vs Mississippi State will air on ESPN. The game can also be streamed on Fubo, which requires a subscription.
Texas Tech softball vs Mississippi State in Women’s College World Series time today
- Date: Thursday, May 28
- Start time: 11 a.m. CT
The Texas Tech vs Florida game starts at 11 a.m. from Devon Park at Oklahoma City.
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2026 Women’s College World Series schedule
All times Central
THURSDAY, MAY 28
Game 1: Texas Tech vs Mississippi State, 11 a.m.
Game 2: Texas vs. Tennessee, 1:30 p.m.
Game 3: UCLA vs. Alabama, 6 p.m.
Game 4: Arkansas vs. Nebraska, 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY, MAY 29
Game 5: Game 1 loser vs. Game 2 loser, 6 p.m.
Game 6: Game 3 loser vs. Game 4 loser, 8:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, MAY 30
Game 7: Game 1 winner vs. Game 2 winner, 2 p.m.
Game 8: Game 3 winner vs. Game 4 winner, 6 p.m.
SUNDAY, MAY 31
Game 9: Game 5 winner vs. Game 8 loser, 2 p.m.
Game 10: Game 6 winner vs. Game 7 loser, 6 p.m.
MONDAY, JUNE 1
Game 11: Game 7 winner vs. Game 9 winner, 11 a.m.
Game 12: Game 7 winner vs. Game 9 winner, 1:30 p.m. (If necessary)
Game 13: Game 8 winner vs. Game 10 winner, 6 p.m.
Game 14: Game 8 winner vs. Game 10 winner, 8:30 p.m. (If necessary)
