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Jordy Frahm’s 16-K Gem Sends Nebraska to Regional Final

5/17/2026

Summary

Frahm Powers Victory

Jordy Frahm threw a complete game, striking out 16 on 86 pitches, to beat Grand Canyon 2-0 on May 16 2026 and send Nebraska to the Lincoln Regional final.
He allowed one hit, issued no walks and retired the final 15 batters consecutively.
Hannah Coor’s RBI triple and Hannah Camenzind’s single produced both runs, giving Nebraska a 48-6 record and a 23-game winning streak that ties the school record.

Summary

Revelle Drives Win

Coach Rhonda Revelle emphasized a “work to win the next pitch” mindset before the game.
Bowlin Stadium was sold out with 2,948 fans, creating an atmosphere Coach Rhonda Revelle said felt different from opening-round crowds.
Nebraska used two-way Jordy Frahm and right-hander Alexis Jensen in late innings, providing flexible matchups.
Coach Rhonda Revelle praised Madison Evans as “hot at the right time,” noting her velocity and changeup challenged Nebraska early.

History

Historical Context

UCLA’s softball team won its seventh NCAA Women’s College World Series title in 1995, finishing 50-6 overall and featuring pitcher Lisa Fernandez, a two-time champion and future Olympic gold medalist. Although the championship was later vacated, the dominant pitching displayed that season remains a benchmark for elite programs seeking postseason success.

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Frahm Powers Victory

Jordy Frahm threw a complete game, striking out 16 on 86 pitches, to beat Grand Canyon 2-0 on May 16 2026 and send Nebraska to the Lincoln Regional final.
He allowed one hit, issued no walks and retired the final 15 batters consecutively.
Hannah Coor’s RBI triple and Hannah Camenzind’s single produced both runs, giving Nebraska a 48-6 record and a 23-game winning streak that ties the school record.

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