Alabama Softball Stays Unbeaten After Answering Liberty's Early Surge

The Crimson Tide responded to each of Liberty's scoring innings to win the second game of Friday's double header.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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No. 13 Alabama softball fell behind early against Liberty, with the Flames scoring three runs in the first two innings. However, the Crimson Tide's offense proved too much, as they scored six unanswered runs to win 6-3 and extend their winning streak to seven games.

Why it matters

Alabama softball is off to a strong start this season, and this comeback win against Liberty shows the team's resilience and ability to respond to early deficits. As the Crimson Tide continue their non-conference schedule, these types of gritty performances will be important in preparing them for SEC play.

The details

Alabama starter Jocelyn Briski struggled early, allowing three runs in the first two innings. But freshman Kaitlyn Pallozzi came in and pitched five scoreless innings to keep the Crimson Tide in the game. Alabama's offense answered Liberty's early scoring with two runs in the first inning and four more in the fourth to take the lead for good.

  • Liberty scored three runs in the first two innings to take an early 3-2 lead.
  • Alabama scored two runs in the bottom of the first to tie the game at 3-3.
  • The Crimson Tide scored four runs in the fourth inning to take a 6-3 lead, which they would hold onto for the win.

The players

Jocelyn Briski

Alabama's starting pitcher, who struggled early but was relieved by Kaitlyn Pallozzi.

Kaitlyn Pallozzi

The Alabama freshman pitcher who came in relief and pitched five scoreless innings to keep the Crimson Tide in the game.

Brooke Wells

The Alabama hitter who hit a two-run home run in the first inning to tie the game at 3-3.

Abby Duchscherer

The Alabama hitter who drove in the go-ahead run with a single in the fourth inning.

Jena Young

The Alabama hitter who hit a triple in the fourth inning to extend the Crimson Tide's lead.

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What’s next

The Easton Bama Bash continues on Saturday with another double header as the Crimson Tide takes on Liberty and Purdue at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. respectively.

The takeaway

This comeback win against Liberty demonstrates Alabama softball's resilience and ability to respond to early deficits, which will be crucial as they continue their non-conference schedule and prepare for SEC play.