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Texas Softball Defeats Stanford in DeMarini Invitational
Texas pitcher Teagan Kavan shines in complete-game win over Arizona, but star catcher Reese Atwood injured.
Feb. 20, 2026 at 10:36pm
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The Texas Longhorns softball team opened the DeMarini Invitational in Stanford, California with a 12-2 victory over Arizona on Friday. Star pitcher Teagan Kavan had a strong outing, going the distance and striking out 10 batters, but the team suffered a setback as record-setting catcher Reese Atwood had to leave the game after being hit in the face by a pitch.
Why it matters
The win over a tough Arizona team is an encouraging sign for the Longhorns, who have struggled at times this season. However, the injury to Atwood, one of their top players, could be a significant blow if she is forced to miss extended time.
The details
Kavan, who has had an up-and-down start to the year, was dominant against Arizona, at one point retiring 10 straight batters. The junior gave up just two runs and three hits in the complete-game victory. The Longhorns' offense also came alive, scoring 12 runs to cruise to the win. But the team suffered a setback when Atwood, their star catcher, had to leave the game after being hit in the face by a pitch from Arizona's Jalen Adams.
- The game took place on Friday, February 20, 2026.
- Texas' previous game was a 12-2 win over Arizona earlier on Friday.
The players
Teagan Kavan
The junior pitcher for the Texas Longhorns, who had a strong outing in the win over Arizona, going the distance and striking out 10 batters.
Reese Atwood
The record-setting catcher for the Texas Longhorns, who had to leave the game after being hit in the face by a pitch.
Jalen Adams
The Arizona pitcher who hit Reese Atwood in the face with a pitch.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident
What’s next
The Longhorns will continue their participation in the DeMarini Invitational, with their next game scheduled for Saturday against the host Stanford Cardinal.
The takeaway
The Longhorns' win over Arizona was a positive step, but the injury to star catcher Reese Atwood is a significant concern that could impact the team's performance going forward if she is forced to miss extended time.
