Texas Tech softball players injured in lake accident

Field Level Media|published: Sat 29th August, 13:52 2026

May 31, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders head coach Gerry Glasco looks out over the field in the sixth inning against the UCLA Bruins during the NCAA Women’s College World Series at Devon Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-Imagn Images

Multiple players from the Texas Tech softball team were injured in a watercraft accident on a lake less than 14 miles from campus, multiple outlets reported Saturday.

The incident, which reportedly took place Thursday at Lake Ransom Canyon, happened during a team function.

"Thank you for all the thoughts and prayers!" Red Raiders head coach Gerry Glasco said in a social media post. "Glad everyone is okay and recovering well!"

Sports Illustrated reported that three members of the team were involved in a jet ski accident and that injuries were to legs and hands. KAMC News in Lubbock, Texas, reported that two jet skis were involved.

"There were thankfully no critical injuries as a result of the accident," a Texas Tech spokesperson told USA Today. "All injured student-athletes have been treated and are expected to make a full recovery."

Texas Tech finished atop the Big 12 Conference standings last season with a 21-3 record (61-10 overall) then lost the conference tournament championship game to Arizona State. The Red Raiders finished runner-up in the NCAA Tournament, losing the first two games in the best-of-three championship series to Texas.

--Field Level Media

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