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Texas rallies past Nebraska after breaking no‑hitter

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Texas snapped Jordy Frahm's bid for a WCWS no‑hitter and turned a 1‑0 deficit into a 3‑1 victory over Nebraska on Sunday. Frahm struck a solo homer in the first inning, but freshman Jaycie Nichols’ infield single and Kayden Henry’s hit broke the shutout. The Longhorns rallied behind a sixth‑inning blast that sealed the win.

Katie Stewart delivered the decisive blow, launching a three‑run shot over left‑field wall in the bottom of the sixth. The blast pushed her season total to 28 homers, extending the Texas single‑season record. Coach Mike White praised her timing, noting she “doesn’t need much contact.” The surge erased Frahm’s early lead and forced Nebraska into a scramble.

Frahm, the national player of the year, became the first Division I pitcher with multiple 20‑home‑run/20‑win seasons, ending her college career on a bittersweet note. Texas, the second seed, now must defeat No. 7 Tennessee twice on Monday to reach the championship series. Their comeback underscores a deep roster and keeps the title within reach.

Omaha fans witnessed a dramatic swing as the Longhorns' offense erased Nebraska’s early momentum. The loss drops the Cornhuskers out of the Women's College World Series, ending a run that began with a dominant pitching performance. Texas’ resilience positions them as a formidable contender, with momentum likely influencing the upcoming Tennessee matchup.