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The UCLA Bruins softball team clinched their spot in the Women’s College World Series after defeating the South Carolina Gamecocks 5-0 in Game 3 of the Columbia Super Regional. Despite losing Game 1, the Bruins rallied back, showcasing their depth in pitching and hitting. Standout performances from players like Kaitlyn Terry, who delivered a stellar pitching outing, and Jordan Woolery, who contributed crucial RBIs, propelled the Bruins to victory. South Carolina concluded its season with a respectable record, while UCLA looks forward to facing Oregon in the championship tournament.
Los Angeles, CA — The UCLA Bruins softball team has secured its place in the Women’s College World Series (WCWS) after a decisive 5-0 victory over the South Carolina Gamecocks in Game 3 of the Columbia Super Regional. This marks the 33rd appearance for the Bruins in the prestigious tournament.
UCLA’s journey to the WCWS was marked by a comeback after losing Game 1 of the best-of-three series. The Bruins showcased resilience and determination, winning Game 2 and then clinching the series with the strong performance in Game 3.
In the crucial Game 3, Kaitlyn Terry delivered an exceptional pitching performance, throwing 5 ⅔ innings without allowing any runs, while striking out four batters. The Gamecocks were unable to find a way to score against Terry and the Bruins’ pitching staff, which collectively allowed only four runs on 12 hits across the two victories in the super regional.
Jordan Woolery emerged as a standout player for UCLA. In Game 2, she hit a walk-off home run that kept the Bruins’ hopes alive, and in Game 3, she contributed significantly with two RBIs, including a critical hit in the fifth inning which helped establish a lead. The Bruins capped off their scoring with three runs in the seventh inning, sealing their victory over South Carolina.
South Carolina concluded its season with a respectable record of 44-17. The team was aiming to reach the WCWS for the first time since 1997, but the Bruins proved to be a formidable opponent in this series.
The win not only highlighted the skill of the players but also underscored the Bruins’ depth in pitching and hitting as they move forward into the WCWS. Head coach Kelly Inouye-Perez expressed her pride in the team’s commitment and ability to recover from earlier challenges encountered in the super regional.
As UCLA prepares for the WCWS, they will face another strong opponent in Oregon, a rematch following their earlier conference series. The Bruins finished the regular season with an impressive record of 54-11 and are in pursuit of their 13th national championship title. The last time UCLA claimed the WCWS title was in 2019.
This year’s WCWS promises to be a thrilling tournament as teams vie for the coveted championship, with the Bruins looking to extend their storied legacy in collegiate softball.
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- Los Angeles Times: UCLA Advances to Women’s College World Series
- Wikipedia: Women’s College World Series
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- Google Search: UCLA softball
- Greenville Online: South Carolina vs UCLA Live Updates
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Softball
- 247Sports: UCLA Defeats South Carolina
- Google News: UCLA softball news
