The University of Houston Softball team achieved a remarkable 3-2 comeback victory over Baylor, taking 15 innings in the longest regular season game in Big 12 history. After trailing 2-0, Houston leveled the score with a two-run fifth inning, avoiding a no-hitter. Junior Makenna Mitchell sealed the win in the 15th with a solo home run, marking her 15th homer of the season. The match lasted 4 hours and 51 minutes and involved 479 pitches among the three pitchers on the mound. This game not only set a program record for innings played but also showcased individual performances, including Gigi Solis's 12.2 innings pitched.

By the Numbers
  • 479 pitches were thrown by both teams combined during the game.
  • Gigi Solis pitched a program record 12.2 innings, surpassing the previous record of 10.2 innings.
State of Play
  • The win improved Houston's record to 19-21 overall and 2-11 in the Big 12.
  • This victory marked Houston's first lead in the game and ended a nine-inning scoreless stretch.
What's Next

Houston will face Baylor in the second game of the series at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, with the match available for streaming on ESPN+.

Bottom Line

This historic game highlighted the resilience and determination of the Cougars, setting the stage for a promising continuation of the series. Fans are encouraged to support Houston Softball as they build on this momentum.