The Florida Gators are heading back to the Women's College World Series (WCWS) for the 13th time in program history, thanks to a thrilling 5-2 victory over the Georgia Bulldogs in a decisive Game 3 of the Super Regional. This win not only secured their spot in Oklahoma City but also marked a significant milestone for coach Tim Walton, who improved his record to 7-0 in Game 3s of Super Regionals.
The Gators' journey to this point was marked by a resilient performance from pitcher Keagan Rothrock, who effectively stifled Georgia's lineup and preserved Florida's slim lead. Despite stranding 10 runners in the first four innings, the Gators' ---se eventually broke through, thanks in large part to Rylee Holtorf's two-run home run in the fifth inning.
This crucial blow gave Florida a 3-0 advantage, "which they would later build upon." The Gators' bats continued to shine... with Shumaker adding a two-run homer to further extend their lead. Although Georgia attempted to mount a comeback in the seventh inning, "courtesy of Jaydyn Goodwin's two-run homer.".. Rothrock's stellar pitching ensured that Florida would emerge victorious.
Shumaker and the Orange and Blue clinched the program's 13 th trip to Oklahoma City and the WCWS Sunday with a dramatic 5-2 win over Georgia at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium. The win moves coach Tim Walton's record to 7-0 in Game 3s of Super Regionals and is the school's first victory over Georgia in super regionals. The Bulldogs previously swept the Gators in 2016 and 2021.
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