Feb. 22, 2026, 5:05 a.m. CT

Texas A&M softball (10–5) is grinding through some inconsistencies at the Mary Nutter Classic. The Aggies sit at 3–2 in the event, with both losses coming against ranked opponents, but they did respond with an emphatic 11–5 win over Duke to snap the skid. Now they have a chance to leave California on a high note if they can knock off No. 11 UCLA (12–3) in Sunday’s finale.

The biggest issue for A&M has been cashing in against elite competition. In the losses to Oregon and Nebraska, the Aggies went a combined 5-for-30 with runners on base and stranded 19. No matter how early it is in the season, those numbers simply won’t hold up against top‑25 teams. It’s something head coach Trisha Ford will undoubtedly address once they return to Bryan‑College Station, but for now the focus is on staying competitive against a UCLA squad that can put up runs in a hurry.

The Bruins have been dominant at the Mary Nutter Classic, entering Sunday undefeated while outscoring their two SEC opponents 28–5. With only three losses on their résumé, UCLA has shown an ability to win tight games and avoid the early‑season chaos that has tripped up so many ranked teams.

This matchup carries weight for both programs, but for Texas A&M, it’s an opportunity to prove something to itself. The Aggies are just 1–6 against ranked opponents, and while Ford expected some early lumps, repeatedly letting scoring chances slip away has to be frustrating for the staff and players. Sunday afternoon offers another chance to show they belong in the national conversation—and to close out the weekend with a statement.

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The Texas A&M vs UCLA game will be at the Big League Dreams Field in Cathedral City, California

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