Kaitlyn Terry's standout performance, hitting a three-run home run, ignited UCLA's offense during their 9-1 win over UC Santa Barbara in the opening round of the Los Angeles Regional. Initially struggling, the Bruins faced moments of uncertainty but secured the win due to Terry's clutch hitting. Head coach Kelly Inouye-Perez emphasized the importance of securing the regional early on in the championship pursuit. This victory puts UCLA on track for their ninth Women's College World Series appearance in a decade, overcoming early-game jitters that reminded them of last season's regional disappointment.
Before the season, coach Kelly Inouye-Perez stressed that a UCLA championship push had to start with securing a regional at Easton Stadium - and taking care of business once there.
UCLA is chasing its ninth Women's College World Series berth in the past decade, but early on Friday, the path looked shaky.
Kaitlyn Terry stepped into the batter's box looking to ignite a two-out rally - and with one swing she brought the Bruins to life.
Trailing in the second inning, Alexis Ramirez reached base on a hit up the middle, then stole second.
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