In a thrilling Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional, the Texas Longhorns edged out the Clemson Tigers 7–5 in a dramatic 10 innings, setting the stage for a decisive Game 3 at the 40 acres.
The Longhorns struck early in the second inning when junior-shortstop Leighann Goode (.287 BA & 9 HR) launched a two-run homer to left field, giving the Longhorns a 2–0 lead. Clemson responded in the third, with the second base-senior Maddie Moore’s (.415 BA & 17 HR) two-run homer tying the game. The teams traded runs through the fourth and fifth inning, but with Texas reclaiming the lead on a solo shot by junior-catcher Reese Atwood (.