Record-tying Megan Grant homer can't save UCLA from loss to Alabama in WCWS opener
Megan Grant hit her record-tying 41st home run of the season, but UCLA lost to Alabama 6-3 in the Women's College World Series opener. Alabama rallied late in the game, scoring five runs to secure the victory. UCLA will need to win their next game to avoid elimination from the tournament.
- ▪Megan Grant tied a UCLA career record with her 41st home run during the game.
- ▪UCLA initially led 3-1 before Alabama's comeback in the fifth inning.
- ▪Alabama scored five runs in the late innings to clinch the win.
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