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Alabama Softball Falls in SEC Tournament, Awaits NCAA Bracket Reveal

Despite a loss to South Carolina, the Crimson Tide remains a strong contender for a top-16 national seed and regional hosting rights.

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Alabama Softball Pitcher Jocelyn Briski
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Overview

  • Alabama softball concluded its SEC Tournament run with a 6-2 loss to South Carolina after defeating Auburn 3-2 in the opening round.
  • The Crimson Tide holds a 37-20 overall record, a 12-12 SEC record, and ranks No. 16 nationally in the latest ESPN.com/USA Softball poll.
  • Key metrics supporting Alabama's case for a top-16 seed include an RPI of 18 and a 25th-ranked strength of schedule.
  • The NCAA softball tournament bracket, which determines regional hosts, will be revealed on Sunday, May 11, at 6 p.m. CT on ESPN2.
  • Hosting a regional would provide Alabama a significant home-field advantage as it seeks its third consecutive Women’s College World Series appearance.