Texas Tech Pitcher Sets WCWS Career High with 10 Strikeouts

Texas Tech's Nijaree Canady sets new WCWS career high with 10 strikeouts in impressive debut. Oklahoma City, OK – May 30, 2025 – Texas Tech Red Raiders pitcher Nijaree Canady made history in the Women's College World Series, achieving a career-high 10 strikeouts in her debut game. The electrifying performance led her team to a 1-0 victory. The video highlights several of Canady's impressive pitches and the enthusiastic reaction of the crowd and her teammates. "It was an incredible feeling," Canady said after the game. "I just tried to focus on each pitch and trust my training." Her performance marks a significant milestone, not only for her personal career but also for Texas Tech, making them the first team to throw a shutout in a WCWS debut since Tennessee's Monica Abbott. This victory is a testament to Canady's skill and dedication, and it promises an exciting season ahead for the Red Raiders.