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No. 2 Red Raiders fall in game one to No. 12/13 Arizona
Texas Tech softball team loses 9-0 in five innings against Arizona
Mar. 14, 2026 at 1:50am
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The No. 2 Texas Tech softball team dropped the opening game of their series against No. 12/13 Arizona 9-0 in five innings on Friday night. Arizona's offense capitalized on Red Raider errors in the third and fifth innings, hitting multiple home runs to take a big lead that Texas Tech was unable to overcome.
Why it matters
This loss drops Texas Tech's record to 25-2 on the season and 3-1 in conference play. The Red Raiders were ranked No. 2 in the nation coming into the series, so this defeat against a highly ranked opponent could impact their standing in the national rankings and conference standings.
The details
Texas Tech starting pitcher NiJaree Canady had 8 strikeouts through 4 innings, but allowed 9 runs, 4 of them earned, before being relieved by Samantha Lincoln in the 5th. The Red Raiders' offense was held in check, recording just 4 hits, with only 1 extra-base hit. Arizona took advantage of 2 Texas Tech errors in the 3rd inning, hitting back-to-back home runs including a 3-run shot. The Wildcats then loaded the bases in the 5th and hit a grand slam to go up 9-0 and end the game via run-rule.
- The game was played on Friday, March 13, 2026.
The players
NiJaree Canady
The starting pitcher for Texas Tech who had 8 strikeouts but allowed 9 runs, 4 earned, in 4 innings of work.
Samantha Lincoln
The Texas Tech relief pitcher who closed out the game, allowing just 1 baserunner in the final inning.
Jasmyn Burns
The Texas Tech player who recorded a single in the 4th inning.
Taylor Pannell
The Texas Tech player who hit a double in the 4th inning.
Jalen Adams
The Arizona pitcher who got out of a bases-loaded jam in the 4th inning to preserve the Wildcats' lead.
What’s next
The Red Raiders will look to bounce back in a doubleheader against Arizona on Saturday, March 14, 2026 starting at 12:00 PM.
The takeaway
This game highlighted the challenges the Texas Tech softball team faces against highly ranked opponents, as they were unable to overcome Arizona's offensive onslaught and defensive execution. The Red Raiders will need to regroup and make adjustments ahead of the doubleheader rematch if they hope to even the series.
