Huskers Down California to Clinch Undefeated Weekend

Nebraska softball team finishes 5-0 at the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The No. 10 Nebraska softball team finished out an undefeated weekend at the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic with a 6-0 shutout of the California Bears on Sunday afternoon. NU moved to 11-4 on the season with the win, marking the first time in program history and 11 Mary Nutter appearances that the Huskers finished undefeated at the tournament.

Why it matters

The Huskers' undefeated performance at the prestigious Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic demonstrates the team's strength and potential for a successful season. As a top-10 ranked program, Nebraska's ability to dominate the competition underscores their status as a national contender in college softball.

The details

Lauren Camenzind's grand slam in the sixth inning was a large part of the Husker offense, and Hannah Camenzind, Ava Kuszak and Bella Bacon added two hits apiece. Kuszak and Bacon each added an RBI and Bacon contributed a double. Alexis Jensen moved to 5-1 after claiming the win in the circle, throwing four innings and allowing only two hits and no runs with six strikeouts. Jordy Frahm tossed the final three innings and had five strikeouts while allowing only two hits.

  • The Huskers grabbed a 1-0 edge in the fourth inning.
  • The score remained 1-0 for the fourth and fifth innings before NU broke it open in the sixth.
  • The Huskers will travel to Stillwater, Okla., to take on No. 24 Oklahoma State on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. (CT).

The players

Lauren Camenzind

Hit a grand slam in the sixth inning to give the Huskers a 5-0 lead.

Hannah Camenzind

Added two hits for the Huskers.

Ava Kuszak

Added two hits and an RBI for the Huskers.

Bella Bacon

Added two hits, an RBI, and a double for the Huskers.

Alexis Jensen

Moved to 5-1 on the season after claiming the win in the circle, throwing four innings and allowing only two hits and no runs with six strikeouts.

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What’s next

The Huskers will travel to Stillwater, Okla., to take on No. 24 Oklahoma State on Thursday, Feb. 26. The game will start at 6 p.m. (CT) and can be heard across the Huskers Radio Network.

The takeaway

Nebraska's dominant showing at the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic, capped by a shutout of California, underscores the Huskers' status as a national powerhouse in college softball. The team's undefeated weekend performance sets them up for continued success as they head into a matchup with a ranked opponent in Oklahoma State.