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Alabama Softball Advances to Super Regional After 3-2 Victory Over Virginia Tech

Lauren Johnson's clutch two-run double and Joycelyn Briski's late relief pitching secured Alabama's spot in the NCAA Super Regional against defending champion Oklahoma.

Overview

  • Alabama defeated Virginia Tech 3-2 in the Tuscaloosa Regional Final, completing an undefeated 3-0 run in regional play.
  • Lauren Johnson's two-run double in the fifth inning broke a scoreless tie and proved decisive in the Crimson Tide's victory.
  • Catelyn Riley pitched into the seventh inning despite being struck by a line drive, before Joycelyn Briski provided critical relief to secure the save.
  • Alabama now advances to its third consecutive NCAA Super Regional, where it will face four-time defending champion Oklahoma in Norman next weekend.
  • The Crimson Tide has hosted 20 consecutive NCAA regionals and is seeking its third straight Women’s College World Series appearance.