Texas Softball Defeats East Texas A&M Despite Slow Midweek Matchup

No. 3 Texas softball run-ruled East Texas A&M, but the 10-1 victory was somewhat deceptive.

Mar. 12, 2026 at 3:33am

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No. 3 Texas softball run-ruled East Texas A&M on Wednesday, but the 10-1 victory was somewhat deceptive. Junior infielder and catcher Katie Stewart hit two home runs, including one that brought four runners home to end the game in the bottom of the fifth inning. However, head coach Mike White acknowledged that the team's overall performance was lacking and that they need to be more focused during these types of midweek matchups against unranked opponents.

Why it matters

Texas is one of the nation's best softball teams, and their fans expect high-intensity action. This somewhat flat performance against an unranked opponent raises questions about the team's focus and preparation, especially as they prepare to host SEC rival Ole Miss on Friday.

The details

Texas tried out several different players at different positions, with freshman pitcher Hannah Wells starting at first base and several freshmen infielders occupying first, second and third base in the fourth inning. Sophomore pitcher Cambria Salmon started and closed the game, but sophomore pitcher Brenlee Gonzales struggled with three walks and an error in two innings of relief. White said the team needs to do a better job of adjusting to a tight strike zone.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
  • Texas will host Ole Miss on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

The players

Katie Stewart

A junior infielder and catcher for Texas, and the team's home run leader.

Mike White

The head coach of the Texas softball team.

Cambria Salmon

A sophomore pitcher for Texas who started and closed the game.

Brenlee Gonzales

A sophomore pitcher for Texas who struggled with three walks and an error in two innings of relief.

Hannah Wells

A freshman pitcher for Texas who started at first base.

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What they’re saying

“It's good for Katie Stewart — we wanted to come into the game and hit the ball hard all night, and we didn't really do that. So, credit to them — they kind of kept us off balance. But then again, I don't know if our preparation was great either, so I'll take that blame. I thought we didn't really give the fans a good performance that they deserve, and we've got to be better.”

— Mike White, Head Coach

“Sometimes we get a little unfocused during these games, and as a team, we could do better. But just trying to find a way to regroup in our huddles (is key).”

— Katie Stewart, Junior Infielder and Catcher

“Obviously, our starters weren't doing the job, and so why waste at bats if they're not going to be focused and get it done? I thought, if they don't want to be that focused, then let's take the kids that really want to have an at bat — the ones that haven't had many opportunities.”

— Mike White, Head Coach

“Brenlee was effective there, but we just walked too many people. The strike zone was pretty tight, but we've got to adjust.”

— Mike White, Head Coach

What’s next

The Longhorns will host Ole Miss at the Red & Charline McCombs Field on Friday, March 13, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.

The takeaway

This game highlights the need for the Texas softball team to maintain their focus and intensity, even against unranked opponents. As one of the nation's best teams, they will need to tighten up their performance on both offense and defense to prepare for their upcoming SEC matchup against Ole Miss.