Buck Travis

Have Volantis ready for the 9th.

The way Burns falls off the mound I'd just lay down a bunt and dare him to field it.

We're playing like "please don't lose please don't lose, please don't hit it to me"

7-5 Texas top of 8

Feels like we're late in the 3rd quarter giving up 8 yard runs up the middle.

Feels like we're late in the 3rd quarter giving up 8 yard runs up the middle.

Texas up 7-2 top of 6

Baylor C has to be the smallest in DI. 5'4" She looks tiny back there.

In a tournament we might have to bring Volantis back in as closer.

Silver lining. This was a character building loss that mirrors the CWS pressure. Had the game in the bag, lost focus, and lost in a humiliating way. They will remember that feeling when they get into the late innings in the playoffs. It ain't over till it's over.

This is a fun team to watch. Gotta say I particularly love watching Goode. Such a fantastic attitude. She plays with joy, love for the game, and love for her team.

It's 2:56, I am in the lead, and ou still sucks.

From Sophie Davis at NCAA.com: Four of the biggest softball rivalries heading into conference play SEC 1. Texas vs. Oklahoma It's no secret, the Red River Rivalry runs deep — in any sport. But it might mean even more in softball. To put things into a little bit more perspective, No. 2 Texas and No. 4 Oklahoma have squared off seven times at the Women's College World Series. Their most recent matchup in 2025 saw the Longhorns earn a 4-2 victory on the way to their national title. Between the two rivals, they have captured each of the last five NCAA softball national championships. From the Big 12 to the SEC, this hatred across state lines has survived conference shifts and is considered as one of the greatest in college softball. Catch the Red River Rivalry take the diamond from Friday, April 10 - Sunday, April 12. Big Ten 2. UCLA vs. Oregon A storied and longstanding rivalry has brewed between these two foes across multiple conference lines. As once Pac 12 rivals to now Big Ten foes, the history between No. 7 UCLA and Oregon dates back to 1985 and continues to heat up. Their feud reignited again last year when No. 18 Oregon returned to the WCWS in 2025 after a seven-year drought to meet the 11-time national champions in UCLA. The Bruins extended their all-time record to 58-25 against Oregon with a 4-2 victory on opening day in their second-ever meeting in Oklahoma City. UCLA hosts the Ducks from Friday, May 1 to Sunday, May 3 in a projected joust for the Big Ten title. ACC 3. Florida State vs. Clemson The rivalry between No. 10 Florida State and Clemson has recently sprouted as one of the fiercest in college softball after the Tigers' program installation in 2020. The Seminoles have stacked a lop-sided 7-1 advantage over Clemson since their first meeting. Yet, what the record doesn't show is the highly-contested conference title games between the foes. The two have squared off twice in the last five ACC Championship finals. While FSU holds the most titles (19) in the league, the Tigers slayed the giant in 2025 with a 2-1 victory to earn their first-ever championship. Clemson will face the Seminoles on Friday March, 27 through Sunday, March 29. Big 12 4. Arizona vs. Arizona State The Duel in the Desert is home to one of the most deeply-rooted feuds across the sport. The matchup between in-state rivals has often determined which school hoists the "Territorial Cup" at the end of the year. While Arizona boasts a 104-54-1 all-time record over the Sun Devils, ASU earned the most recent 3-2 win in the last game of the 2025 series matchup. The two saw seven straight years of ranked "Duels" from 2017-2023, with their highest matchup happening in 1999 when No. 2 Arizona landed two-shutout wins over No. 5 Arizona State. With both teams back in the top-25 rankings this season, the heated series from Friday, March 20 to Sunday March 22 is one you won't want to miss. Honorable mentions Oklahoma vs. Alabama Two of the biggest names in the sport in Oklahoma and No. 6 Alabama hold one of the tightest all-time records. The 12-11 history in favor of the Tide comes from nine matchups at the WCWS across five different seasons. Oregon vs. Washington Another rivalry that has stood the test of conference realignment comes from Oregon and No. 22 Washington. The pacific northwest clash has split the last ten matchups 5-5 in addition to facing off twice in OKC in 2017 and 2018.

Rowing ranked #2. Possible to see both baseball and softball win their NC. Which sport could push us into the top spot.

The SEC has 6 of the top 8 ranked teams and 11 of the top 25. This year will be a dogfight. https://d1softball.com/d1softball-top-25-2026-week-three/?mc_cid=b77ea4d6f3&mc_eid=e7b9b95219

Reese. Atwood.

Solid weekend. The veterans picked up where they left off at WCWS. Good meaningful reps for the young players. Better team speed than last year and lots of lefties. Scary offense. It's going to be a good season.

Get Rod a screen like Brooks Austin's for his play breakdowns.

His hair makes it easier to find him on the field.

I'd forgotten how fast he is. The guy has a different gear.

Roanoke, Texas. Named by a railroad worker who was from Roanoke, VA. Grew up in Austin and remember getting knothole tickets at Memorial Stadium. $2 for general admission seats in the end zone. Lived in Coppell for 30 years.

See the YouTube video of Earl on MNF against Miami in 1978. One of the greatest MNF performances in history.

As an old school SWC fan (who did all I could to stay in school) my gut tells me that unless you're a 1st or 2nd round pick, you should stay in school. So I bounced the risk/rewards off of Grok: For a college football player projected as a **Round 3 or 4 pick**, the decision to declare early for the NFL Draft involves a balanced but risky **risk-reward calculation**. The financial upside is meaningful compared to staying in school, but the career longevity and success rates in those mid-rounds are modest, and returning to college can significantly boost draft stock (and thus earnings) while providing other benefits in the NIL era. ### Rewards of Declaring Early (Going Pro) - **Immediate Money**: Rookie contracts are slotted and fully guaranteed for most practical purposes in early rounds. - A typical Round 3 pick in recent drafts (e.g., mid-round) signs a 4-year deal worth ~$5-6 million total, with ~$1-2 million guaranteed (mostly signing bonus). - Round 4: ~$4-5 million total, with ~$800k-$1.2 million guaranteed. - You get paid right away (signing bonus upfront), start your NFL clock, and have a shot at proving yourself for a second contract. - **Professional Opportunity**: If you're projected Day 2 (Rounds 3-4), you're likely talented enough to get drafted and compete for a roster spot. Many mid-round picks become contributors or starters (e.g., ~30-40% chance of becoming a solid starter in Round 3, dropping to ~15-20% in Round 4 based on historical data). - **Avoid Risk of Decline**: One bad senior season, injury in college, or stock drop could push you to Round 5-7 (much lower pay) or undrafted. ### Risks of Declaring Early - **Short Career Potential**: Average NFL career for mid-round picks is ~4-6 years, but many don't last beyond their rookie deal. - Round 3 picks average ~50-60 games played historically; Round 4 closer to 40-50. - Only ~40-50% of Day 2/3 picks play out their full rookie contract as regulars; many are cut early. - If you flame out, you've forfeited college eligibility—no return option. - **Limited Upside Compared to Rising**: Mid-round money is good but not life-changing like Rounds 1-2. If you stay and dominate, you could jump to Day 1/early Day 2 (e.g., $10-30M+ contracts). - **Opportunity Cost**: In the NIL era, top players earn $500k-$2M+ per year in college via endorsements/collectives. Staying often means similar (or better) short-term cash without the NFL grind/injury risk. ### Benefits of Staying in College - **Boost Draft Stock**: Many players projected mid-rounds return and become top-100 or even first-round picks (common examples: improved film, leadership, stats lead to higher grades). - NFL Advisory Committee often recommends staying for projected Round 3+ grades to improve positioning. - **NIL Earnings + Development**: Make serious money now (often comparable to mid-round rookie salaries for stars), finish degree, refine skills, and reduce injury risk in pro-style offenses. - **Fewer Early Declarations Overall**: Post-NIL, underclassmen entries have dropped ~50%—most who declare now are projected Rounds 1-3, meaning mid-round projections increasingly stay. - **Fallback**: Degree + NIL resume provides security if NFL doesn't pan out long-term. ### Overall Assessment - **If Projected Firmly Round 3**: Lean toward going pro—the money is solid (~$5M+ deal), and waiting risks falling lower. - **If Borderline Round 3/4 or Lower**: Strongly consider staying—history shows big jumps possible, and NIL makes college lucrative. - The NFL is high-risk regardless: Even drafted players have ~3-6 year average careers, with mid-rounders often needing to fight for spots. Advice from scouts/GMs: Get feedback from the NFL College Advisory Committee. If they say "Round 3 or better," go. If "return to school," the data backs staying for most mid-tier projections. It's rarely a slam-dunk either way—personal development, injury history, and finances (NIL offers) tip the scale.