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Arkansas Falls to Nebraska in Extra-Innings WCWS Opener

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Oklahoma City — No. 5 Arkansas lost to No. 4 Nebraska, 5-3, in 10 innings Thursday at Devon Park during the Women's College World Series opener when Ava Kuszak hit a two-run walk-off home run in the bottom of the 10th; earlier scoring included Kailey Wyckoff's two-run home run and Ella McDowell's eighth-inning RBI single. The walk-off capped a late Nebraska comeback after Hannah Coor tied the game with a solo home run in the eighth; attendance was reported at 12,605. Arkansas falls to 47-12 and is scheduled to play UCLA in an elimination game Friday at 8:30 p.m., and coach Courtney Deifel cited a late pitch-calling sequence as a key moment.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Arkansas opened scoring with Kailey Wyckoff's two-run homer in the second inning.
Nebraska tied the game in the fourth inning via RBI single and fielder's choice.
Ella McDowell gave Arkansas the lead with an RBI single in the top of the eighth.
Hannah Coor hit a solo home run in the bottom of the eighth to tie the game.
Ava Kuszak hit a two-run walk-off homer in the bottom of the 10th to win 5-3.

Why This Matters to You

This game is a reminder of the thrill and unpredictability of sports. Whether you're a die-hard Arkansas fan or just love college softball, it's a rollercoaster ride. Check the WCWS schedule to catch the next games and support your team.

The Bottom Line

Arkansas' loss in extra innings was a tough one, but it's not the end of the road. They'll face UCLA in an elimination game, so there's still a chance for a comeback. Worth forwarding if you know a Razorbacks fan who needs a pick-me-up.