The University of Washington Huskies softball team had a remarkable comeback in the NCAA Super Regional on Saturday, scoring seven runs in the seventh inning to beat the Arizona Wildcats and advance to the Women’s College World Series.
The Huskies were trailing by three runs in the bottom of the seventh inning when they began their rally. After a single by freshman infielder Sis Bates, sophomore outfielder Taylor Van Zee hit a two-run home run to tie the game. The Huskies then loaded the bases with no outs and senior infielder Ali Aguilar hit a grand slam to give the Huskies a 7-3 lead.
The Huskies held on for the win, and the team erupted in celebration after the final out was recorded. The Huskies will now face off against the Oklahoma Sooners in the Women’s College World Series, which begins Thursday in Oklahoma City.
The Huskies have been playing great softball all season, and this comeback win is just another example of their resilience and determination. The team has been led by senior pitcher Taran Alvelo, who has been dominant all season. Alvelo has a record of 34-7 with an ERA of 1.73, and she has struck out an impressive 441 batters this season.
The Huskies have also been aided by their offense, which has scored an average of 6.3 runs per game this season. The team is led by Aguilar, who is batting .381 with 15 home runs and 45 RBIs. The Huskies also have a deep lineup, with six players batting over .300 and four players with at least 10 home runs.
The Huskies have been one of the best teams in the nation all season, and they have earned their spot in the Women’s College World Series. The team will now look to continue their success and make a run at the national championship.
