Texas vs Florida about to get underway to kick off the WCWS. Hopefully the weather cooperates today and there are no delays with our game that begins at 6 pm.

Went to the UCLA game tonight… damn OU fans are salty about Tech being good in softball. Dude behind us went on and on about us buying our team. I told him I can’t help it your school is broke. I’m sure sitting and watching the Sooners lose in the heat didn’t help. Go Ducks !!

Canady has been a real workhorse in the circle and proven very capable of pitching on successive days. I know that softball pitchers can be extended more than baseball, but how much more? OR and OU are stretching their pitching with the extra game today and will have to beat us twice on Monday. Sooners would play 4 games in 3 days.
Softball expert's pitching strategy?
Do we use Canady in game one and a few innings of game 2 if needed, or save her for game 2. Do we look at our opponent and try to match up against their #1 or #2?

Fwiw. Wednesday looks like very rough weather and possible rain out.

In the market for a new car and figured I’d ask some car guys for some suggestions and if there’s anything new out there to help get a good deal.

Have a 2015 Hyundai Genesis 3.8, great car but has 184,000 miles. I’m driving a ton for work now and it’s starting to feel a little bit iffy. But, still no huge hurry to find something new necessarily. I absolutely hate everything dealing with cars, dealerships, etc so haven’t even test driven anything yet.

I’d like to go with a mid-size SUV this time. I spend a lot of time driving from Minneapolis to Nebraska and . winters can get tough on the roads so needs to have AWD. It will mostly be just me in the car, but have 2 kids and haul them/their friends around some. Hybrid would be great and gas mileage obviously a plus but not a huge concern. My budget is healthy & flexible but seeing some of the prices out there I’m already pissed off and might just drive mine until it strands me on the side of the road somewhere.

Looking at the following (more or less in order) a lot, but haven’t decided on a direction yet. Kind of stuck between wanting something really nice because I’m always in it and something cheap(er) because I’m going to run the wheels off of it.

Genesis GV80 - loved the look of these since they came out

Toyota Highlander - Platinum pkg looks like a good option $$ wise compared to others

Lincoln Aviator - like the look, don’t love the price tag, my wife would probably try to steal it from me. The only one that qualifies for the Sect 179 tax break for weight.

Telluride/Palisade - love the price, my wife has the Palisade now and really like it

Infiniti QX60 - price is ok, reviews seem kind of mixed

Thoughts on those or other options out there?

Also, any new apps or tricks to get a good deal? With my search history IG is feeding me up tons of “invoice pricing” apps but they all seem scammy.

Are you better off now than you were four years ago? How so?

Tough to pay much attention when we're not even playing in a regional, let alone hosting.

But still a great SEC tournament to follow.

Loretta Swit has died of death at the age of 87. She was on MASH, with those other people who were also on MASH

BRUTAL!!! DAMN YOU 2025!!!

This looks to be the standard across college baseball now. Georgia, ut and Vanderbilt, all have turf fields.

I’ve been on a health kick the last 16 months and feel better than ever. Take lots of supplements that I’ve looked into while reaching out to some people I trust for info.

Anyways, now I am seeing all of this stuff for parasite cleanses! Has anyone ever done any of them and did they work!? It’s so hard to tell what is and isn’t fake anymore and there is very little research/honest reviews to help discern.

Also, anyone taken BPC-157? If so, where did you buy it from?

Found a couple new series I've really enjoyed and hadn't seen mentioned around here (SIAP):

"The Gentlemen" - Netflix
Comp./Viewing Vibe: "Peaky Blinders" meets "Snatch" meets "Lock Stock and 2 Smoking Barrels"
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"Masters of the Air" - Apple TV
Comp./Viewing Vibe: "Band of Brothers" for the Air Campaign and a touch of "Saving Private Ryan" type battle action/drama
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Both series are outstanding IMO. Have really enjoyed watching MotA w/ my Dad however, as his father flew the B-24 Liberator in WW2 and never talked much about it to him and he passed when I was just 4-5 ish so I never got a chance to really know him.

"Where TF Is Lubbock???"

This was the sign held boastfully above the head of a fan behind the UCLA dugout in Devon Park on Saturday night.

That is until the Lubbock native herself, Makayla Garcia, shocked the crowd and nation by completing the, ever so rare in softball, straight steal of home to give Texas Tech a 1-0 lead.

Hard work. In the dirt. The West Texas way with Raider Powers pouring in from the stands in celebration.

Hear what Makayla Garcia had to say about this moment as well as Gerry Glasco, NiJaree Canady and Hailey Toney. Full recap, highlights and info on the team's semifinal matchup on Monday included. ⬇️
https://texastech.rivals.com/news/w...-tech-let-s-em-know-on-way-to-wcws-semifinals
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Sunday, June 1​

Game 9: No. 7 Tennessee vs. No. 9 UCLA | 3 p.m. | ABC
Game 10: No. 16 Oregon vs. No. 2 Oklahoma | 7 p.m. | ESPNU

Monday, June 2​

Game 11: No. 6 Texas vs. Winner of Game 9 | Noon | ESPN
Game 12 (if necessary): Rematch of Game 11 | 2:30 p.m. | ESPN
Game 13: No. 12 Texas Tech vs. Winner of Game 10 | 7 p.m. | ESPN2
Game 14 (if necessary): Rematch of Game 13 | 9:30 p.m. | ESPN2

Championship Finals (Best of 3)​

Game 1: Wednesday, June 4 | 8 p.m. | ESPN
Game 2: Thursday, June 5 | 8 p.m. | ESPN
Game 3 (if necessary): Friday, June 6 | 8 p.m. | ESPN


Note: Looks like Canady is going to be scheduled to start every game

This team has a legit shot at winning it all. Lets Go

Starting anew.

Let's go!

Well, this is a surprise

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What is your favorite thing about about this bill? Outside of the elementary level naming convention, or course. What do you hate the most about it?

I haven't taken a look at it, I've been busy with certifications and the sort. I honestly didn't realize it was released yet until I saw renowned fiscal hawk, Donald J Trump, threaten to primary big debt loving Thomas Massie once again. I'll probably read into it this afternoon after certification exam.

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For nearly 4 years and even during the pandemic recovery, we saw Economist get lambasted by consistently over predicting jobless claims only for those number to come back positive. Those numbers were then further revised in future weeks showing even better than expected results. This was in stark contrast to the previous 8 years under Obama where figures were consistently revised downward a week or so later after data was originally published. Now we are seeing the same crap with another Dem in the Whitehouse.

"New weekly jobless claims unexpectedly rose by 13,000 to 861,000 in the week that ended February 13, the Department of Labor said Thursday.
Economists had expected claims to fall to 768,00 from the 793,000 initially reported for the prior week. The previous week’s figure was revised up by 55,000 to 848,000"

The revision to increase last weeks claims changes the narrative from positive to not so good.

Look for this shady deception to continue for the next few years. The elites will use smoke and mirrors to make recovery better than it appears only to go back and revise data later on when few folks pay attention.

Is this entire world filled with douchebags!? I have held off on putting my son in select because we have 4 kids and there was no reason to be traveling everywhere, plus all of the parents tell us how exhausting it is.

Anyways, my son tries out for a team and has a great tryout but they decide to not take him because he hasn’t been playing select…

So now I’m looking for a team for him and man, do I really want to hang out with these people!? 🤣

Texas Tech's first camp of the summer is today and one of the nation's top 2027 OL will be in Lubbock for it. Tweet from his previous visit back in October.

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Out here, it’s cheese or be cheesed.

Tailgates aren’t about finger food and folding chairs—they’re about smoke, swagger, and a game plan that includes seconds.

Their vibe is country club. Ours is cowboy boots, crushed cans, and cheddar that slaps.

Cheese belongs with the bold—and the bold wear scarlet and black.

I'm hoping we can have an informational thread with no partisan commentary. Can we try again? I have no interest in being in the EEF.

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Terrible to see. Go support the Blidi family if you feel inclined.

The 89th legislature starts today and runs for 140 days until June 2. I'll try to keep this updated with items of note for TTU supporters or action items you can call/email your reps on. If you have anything else you are following (TTU-related or not) drop it below.

EDIT: Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) wins the Speaker's race

EDIT 2: Former Texas Tech Chancellor Robert Duncan has been named Burrows' chief of staff

2/20 UPDATE HERE: https://texastech.forums.rivals.com/threads/89th-texas-legislature-mega-thread.196657/post-6314126

It’s @RaiderSmoke favorite time of the year.

Week 1 in Australia

Does McClaren repeat?
Does Lando challenge Max?
Does Hamilton get his 8th?
Does Red Bull rebound?
What teammate lineup fights or helps each other?

This is set to be an amazing season to follow up perhaps the best season in F1 history.

What yall think?

Ludwig at minus 3 and has just driven the 12th in first round at The Sentry. T-11th.

If it’s already started, a thousand pardons.

Always loved this thread every year. This is arguably the most anticipated football season in recent memory and It's hot out, so why don't we enjoy some nice cold kool-aid to quench our thirst 😎 Wreck 'Em

Day 99

Pop Quiz: Who is this player??

It's Day three of the 2025 WCWS and game day two for your Texas Tech Red Raiders who will take on the No. 9 UCLA Bruins at 6 pm on ESPN at Devon Park in Oklahoma City. This is the 33rd time UCLA has made it to the WCWS, the most in NCAA history as they face Texas Tech who is making their WCWS debut in 2025. Okay BET.

Today's Schedule:
Texas vs. Oklahoma - 2:00 PM ABC
Texas Tech vs. UCLA - 6:00 PM ESPN

Know The Opponent:
As mentioned, UCLA is a blue blood of the sport in their 33rd WCWS appearance they have won 13 National Championships, the most recent coming in 2019. This year's team has had that Bruin magic showing of late coming back from down 4-1 in the 7th of their elimination game in the Super Regional at South Carolina.....to WALK IT OFF and clinch a trip to this World Series. Then in their first game Oregon tied it up in the top of the 7th only for UCLA to once more WALK IT OFF in the bottom half to win their way into this matchup with Texas Tech. The Red Raiders will need to bring the same level of Do the Damn Thing they had at another blue blood of the sport Florida State in their Super Regional win last week. Yes UCLA as a program has been here 33 times.....but in the year 2025 they are all just in game two at the WCWS, go and take it.

Won't see a lot of speed play from this team, they only have 38 total stolen bases on the season. They have pinch runners in their arsenal when needed but overall it's their power that wins them games with two players having 23+ home runs on the year.

Hitters of Note:
Savannah Pola (lead off) - .439 avg, 73 R, 20 2B, 5 3B, 9 HR, 48 RBI, 5 SB
Jordan Wollery (hit walk off in Supers) - .418 avg, 56 R, 16 2B, 4 3B, 23 HR, 86 RBI, 0 SB
Megan Grant - .381, 45 R, 12 2B, 1 3B, 25 HR, 79 RBI, 0 SB
Jessica Clements (hit walk off in WCWS Gm 1 win) - .377 avg, 45 R, 12 2B, 1 3B, 6 HR, 44 RBI, 9 SB

Pitchers of Note:
Addisen Fisher (B10 Freshman of the Year) - 2.59 ERA, 1.28 WHIP, 16-2, 100 K, 113 IP
-------------- Pitch % Breakdown: Drop (39%), Rise (18%), Screw (13%)

Taylor Tinsley (First Team All Big 10) - 2.42 ERA, 0.93 WHIP, 15-4, 157 K, 127.1 IP
-------------- Pitch % Breakdown: Rise (42%), Curve (18%), Changeup (15%)

Kaitlyn Terry (2024 Pac 12 Freshman of Year, Two-Way Player) - 2.54 ERA, 1.03 WHIP, 165 K, 143.1 IP
-------------- Pitch % Breakdown: Rise (39%), Curve (23%), Drop (15%)

Terry pitched a complete game versus Oregon on Thursday. Just as we expect NiJaree Canady to pitch for Texas Tech today on one day's rest she could as well. However as you can see they have a true three-headed monster in their bullpen so more likely to see someone else. Of note Tech struggled with the drop ball against Binford and Ole Miss.....will UCLA see that and send out the Freshmen Fisher who's main pitch is a Drop at 39% of the time? Or roll with the upperclassmen and junior Tinsley?

NiJa Familiarity?
Yes UCLA has faced Canady a few times going back to her two years in the Pac 12 but also here in OKC when Stanford and UCLA have matched up at Devon Park.

In her career versus UCLA Canady has a 0.75 ERA, 36K in 31 IP while giving up only 3ER. However the win loss record sits at 1-3 despite the stellar stats, Stanford struggled defensively at times in these and could not score to overcome it. BUT when it mattered most Stanford and Canady's one win over UCLA came here in OKC last season at the WCWS when Stanford won 3-1.

Bracket Talk
This is not an elimination game as both teams come in 1-0. The winner will get tomorrow off, securing a spot in the semifinals as they await their opponent for a chance to make it to the WCWS Champ series. It's a big advantage to win today as you not only get to rest but whoever does win their way back to play you will need to beat you two times to send you home. While the winner today just needs to find their way to one win versus the TBD team to move on. The opponent would come from the Oregon vs whoever loses today of Texas/OU.

The loser of today's UCLA Texas Tech game will take on Tennessee tomorrow at 3pm. Tennessee staved off elimination with a bludgeoning of Florida 11-3 run-rule yesterday so they will be fresh and ready to roll for whoever drops this one and gets the matchup.

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