Where to watch Texas Tech softball today: Time, TV schedule, channel, live stream for 2026 opener vs. McNeese State

Texas Tech softball returns to the field this season looking for redemption — kicking things off with a showdown against McNeese State Thursday.

The Red Raiders were one game away from winning it all last year, but ultimately fell to in-state rival Texas in Game 3 of the Women's College World Series finals. Rejuvenated in the offseason, Texas Tech is coming back for blood behind NiJaree Canady and a top-ranked transfer class.

As Texas Tech works its way back towards an appearance in Oklahoma City, the first obstacle on the schedule will be McNeese State. The Cowgirls were No. 1-seeded in the Southland Conference tournament last year, but fell to No. 2 seed Southeastern Louisiana for the title.

Who will kick of the season with a win?

Here's everything you need to know about Texas Tech vs. McNeese State, including TV channel and streaming options for the college season opener.

Where to watch Texas Tech softball today: TV channel, live stream

• TV channel: N/A
• Live stream: ESPN+

The season opener between Texas Tech and McNeese State will not be broadcast on television. Instead, fans can stream the action live on ESPN+.

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Texas Tech vs. McNeese State softball start time

• Date: Thursday, Feb. 5
• Time: 7 p.m. ET | 6 p.m. CT

The college matchup between Texas Tech and McNeese State will begin Thursday, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m. ET.

The game will be played at Joe Miller Field at Cowgirl Diamond in Lake Charles, Louisiana.

Texas Tech softball schedule 2026

Here's a look at the Red Raiders' next five matchups.

*Neutral location

McNeese State softball schedule 2026

Here's a look at the Cowgirls' next five matchups.