Why Karen Weekly Made Lineup Change that Led to Tennessee Softball Win over Nebraska
- On May 24, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee softball coach Karen Weekly made changes to the batting order for Game 2 of the NCAA postseason series against Nebraska.
- After Tennessee lost Game 1 and struggled against Nebraska pitcher Jordy Bahl, Weekly used two games of data to position three hitters seeing Bahl better at the top.
- The change produced an immediate effect as Gabby Leach reached base, setting up a two-run home run by Ella Dodge in the first inning, and Tennessee ultimately won 3-2.
- Weekly explained the decision to begin the game with players who appeared to have had more success facing Bahl compared to their teammates, indicating a deliberate lineup strategy.
- Tennessee’s win forced a decisive Game 3 on May 25, which will determine which team advances to the Women’s College World Series.
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