Kavan's unassuming nature disguises a fierce competitor trusted to deliver Texas its first national championship in Game 3 on Friday.

Freshman Cambria Salmon did a fine job in her first two innings in relief of starter Mac Morgan — her wicked changeup is something to behold — but the youngster ran into trouble in the fateful fifth inning of a scoreless game. White remained planted in the dugout with Kavan at the ready, even after Salmon loaded the bases with a two-out walk.

Atwood’s hit on a late intentional walk attempt helped Texas pull away in Game 1 of the Women’s College World Series finals.