The Bruins bang out a season-high 22 hits in a 19-4 rout of Fresno State, while the Trojans get a stellar start from Caden Aoki in a 13-1 victory over TCU.

When UCLA and Oregon both went to the Big 10 after the dismantling of the Pac-12, gone were the days of the "Pac-12 After Dark," which signified the late-night battles between schools.

OKLAHOMA CITY — No. 16 seed Oregon will face No. 9 seed UCLA at the Women’s College World Series on Thursday. Oregon coach Melyssa Lombardi, outfielder Kai Luscahr, pitcher Lyndsey Grein and shortstop Paige Sinicki spoke before the opening game. Below is a transcript of Oregon’s opening press conference at the WCWS.

Eight teams are left standing in Division I softball and will now make their trek to Devon Park in Oklahoma City with hopes of winning the Women's College World Series and the national title. College softball's signature event kicks off in Oklahoma City on Thursday,