UCLA softball bats catch fire, Bruins roll to super regional win over UCF
UCLA softball team secured a decisive 9-1 victory over UCF in the opening game of the Los Angeles Super Regional. Freshman Bri Alejandre hit a home run that contributed to the Bruins' offensive dominance. With this win, UCLA is one step closer to reaching the Women's College World Series.
- ▪UCLA claimed the first game of the super regional against UCF with a 9-1 run-rule win.
- ▪Bri Alejandre hit a home run in the second inning, tying the Big Ten freshman home-run record.
- ▪UCLA's Kaniya Bragg and Rylee Slimp also contributed with three-run homers.
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