The connection ran even deeper during Monday’s semifinal, when Tech faced Oklahoma’s Sam Landry, who once played for Glasco at Louisiana and wore No. 12 to honor Geri Ann’s legacy.

OKLAHOMA CITY — While Friday night's deciding Game 3 of the Women's College World Series didn't go Texas Tech softball's way, the Red Raiders' did have a bright spot in freshman pitcher Sam Lincoln.

Gerry Glasco said he found the focus of NiJaree Canady's NIL deal with the Texas Tech softball team "insulting" during TV broadcasts of Red Raider games.

Texas Tech softball coach Gerry Glasco relied heavily on pitcher NiJaree Canady throughout the Women's College World Series, leading to her fatigue in the final game. Glasco aims to develop other ...

Oklahoma's Sam Landry (21) throws a pitch during the Women's College World Series softball game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Oregon Ducks at Devon Park in Oklahoma City, Sunday, June, 1, 2025.

Texas Tech softball coach Gerry Glasco said Friday after the WCWS that the focus on NiJaree Canady NIL deal is 'insulting' to the Red Raiders' ace Sports newsletter 🏈's best, via 📧 Studio IX ...

Following a historic year of success for the Texas Tech softball team, it's clear that head coach Gerry Galsco isn't content with simply making an appearance in the national championship.

Shortly after his Texas Tech softball team lost to Texas 10-4 in game three of the championship series of the 2025 Women’s College World Series, Gerry Glasco was asked about a familiar subject.