Tarleton State Softball rebounded from an early loss to California Baptist by defeating Utah Valley 8-4 in an elimination game at the 2026 WAC Softball Tournament. After a lengthy lightning delay during the first game, the Texans fell to California Baptist 12-4, but their win over Utah Valley secured them a spot in the championship game. Tarleton State's record improved to 37-22, and they will face the same California Baptist team again for the title.

By the Numbers
  • Tarleton State had 10 hits in the elimination game against Utah Valley.
  • Shelby Schultz recorded her 19th win of the season with 8 strikeouts in a complete game.
State of Play
  • The Texans secured their championship berth after an impressive comeback win.
  • California Baptist has already defeated Tarleton State once in the tournament.
What's Next

The Texans will face California Baptist again in the WAC Tournament championship game on Saturday at 1 p.m. A win would secure the tournament title for Tarleton State, while a loss would end their season.

Bottom Line

Tarleton State's ability to recover after a setback demonstrates their resilience. Success in the upcoming championship game is crucial for validating their season and potentially advancing to further postseason opportunities.