Softball Team's Triumph: A Daughter's Memory Fuels WCWS Run

Texas Tech's Softball Team Wins WCWS Game Fueled by Coach's Grief and Player's Tribute Lubbock, TX – Texas Tech's softball team advanced in the Women's College World Series (WCWS) this week, their remarkable run fueled by a poignant story of loss and remembrance. Head coach Gerry Glasco's late daughter, Geri Ann, tragically passed away in a car accident in 2019. She was a softball player herself, wearing number 12 for both Georgia and Oregon. This season, the team's success has been profoundly impacted by her memory. Oklahoma pitcher Sam Landry, who played for Glasco at Louisiana and wore number 12 in Geri Ann's honor, faced off against her father's team in the WCWS. Landry's emotional connection to the situation adds another layer to the narrative. "I knew that I had to figure out somehow to keep her going," Landry said, referring to her decision to honor Geri Ann with her jersey number. The gesture is a powerful symbol of the enduring bond between the players and the coach's late daughter. Glasco himself expressed his belief that Geri Ann's spirit has been with the team throughout their journey. "I feel like, you know, she's been with us on this journey," he shared, his voice filled with emotion. This sentiment underscores the profound impact Geri Ann had on the team and the coach's heartfelt tribute to her memory. Texas Tech's success in the WCWS is a testament to their resilience, skill, and the unifying power of shared grief and remembrance. The team's journey is a moving story of how loss can inspire remarkable achievements.