UT Tyler Beats Augustana 2-1 in Extra Innings at NCAA DII World Series
#3 UT Tyler secured a dramatic 2-1 extra-innings victory over Augustana in the 2024 NCAA Division II World Series opener. Freshman Makayla Garcia drove in the winning run in the bottom of the eighth. Junior pitcher Christin Haygood showcased an exceptional performance with a season-high eight strikeouts. The Patriots responded to Augustana's solo homer with RBI singles from Michelle Arias and Garcia, propelling them into the winner's bracket.
By the Numbers- Haygood's eight strikeouts marked a season-high.
- UT Tyler collected 10 singles in the game.
UT Tyler will face the victor of the no. 6 seeded Western Washington vs. no. 3 seeded Wilmington game tomorrow at 12:30 p.m. CST.
Bottom LineUT Tyler remains a formidable contender in the NCAA Division II World Series, extending their winning streak to six games with a well-rounded team performance.
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