Texas Tech Softball Pitcher Tosses No-Hitter in Blowout Win

Kaitlyn Terry's historic performance leads Red Raiders to 16-0 victory over UC Riverside

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Kaitlyn Terry, a pitcher for the Texas Tech Red Raiders softball team, threw the first no-hitter of her career in a dominant 16-0 win over UC Riverside at the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic tournament in Palm Springs, California. The Red Raiders scored seven runs in the first inning and added four more in the second and five in the fifth to cruise to the victory, with Terry striking out six batters over 5 innings while allowing just two walks.

Why it matters

This no-hitter performance by Terry is a significant milestone for the Red Raiders, who are currently ranked #2 in the nation. The team's offensive explosion, with 9 home runs over the weekend, also demonstrates their potent lineup as they prepare to host their home tournament, the Jeannine McHaney Memorial Classic.

The details

Texas Tech jumped out to a 7-0 lead in the first inning, with Mihyia Davis, Mia Williams, and Desirae Spearman all hitting home runs. Lagi Quiroga added a 3-run homer in the second inning. Terry was dominant on the mound, allowing just two walks while striking out six over 5 innings to complete the no-hitter. Freshmen Brianna Hinson and Angelyna Conde also recorded their first career hits in the game.

  • The no-hitter occurred on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
  • Texas Tech finished the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic tournament with a 5-0 record.

The players

Kaitlyn Terry

A pitcher for the Texas Tech Red Raiders softball team who threw the first no-hitter of her career.

Mihyia Davis

A Texas Tech player who hit two doubles in the first inning to help the Red Raiders jump out to a 7-0 lead.

Mia Williams

A Texas Tech player who hit a two-run home run in the first inning.

Desirae Spearman

A Texas Tech player who hit a two-run home run in the first inning.

Lagi Quiroga

A Texas Tech player who hit a three-run home run in the second inning.

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What’s next

The Texas Tech Red Raiders will host the Jeannine McHaney Memorial Classic at their home field for the first time this season.

The takeaway

Texas Tech's dominant performance, led by Kaitlyn Terry's no-hitter and the team's offensive explosion, demonstrates their status as one of the top softball programs in the country as they prepare to host their home tournament.