What Florida, Texas Tech coaches said of not shaking hands after Super Regional
Florida softball and Texas Tech did not engage in the traditional postgame handshake following their Super Regional matchup. The Gators chose to remain in the dugout after their loss, while Texas Tech celebrated on the field. This incident has sparked discussions about sportsmanship in NCAA softball.
- ▪Florida and Texas Tech did not participate in the customary postgame handshake after their Super Regional game.
- ▪Texas Tech defeated Florida 16-7 in five innings to advance to the Women's College World Series.
- ▪Florida head coach Tim Walton and his team opted to stay in the dugout instead of joining the handshake line.
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