The stakes couldn't be higher as Florida A&M softball steps into the batter's box for a do-or-die showdown against Texas State in the NCAA Gainesville Regional. After a tough opening-round loss to host and No. 6 national seed Florida—where the Rattlers fell 12-0 and managed just one hit from Amya Ramos—FAMU (32-21) is looking to bounce back with everything on the line.

The Rattlers will face the Texas State Bobcats (38-21) in an elimination game on Saturday, May 16, with first pitch set for 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time at Katie Seashole Pressly Stadium on the University of Florida's campus. The Bobcats are coming off a hard-fought 2-1 loss to Georgia Tech on Friday, setting up this winner-take-all matchup. The game will be televised on the ESPN family of networks.

The winner of this clash will advance to face the victor of Saturday morning's Florida vs. Georgia Tech game at 3 p.m., keeping their postseason dreams alive. From there, the regional champion will earn a spot in the Super Regional, with a trip to the Women's College World Series hanging in the balance.

FAMU will have to contend with Sun Belt Pitcher of the Year Maddy Azua, who threw a complete seven-inning game against Georgia Tech with an efficient 86-pitch count. But the Rattlers have their own star power, led by SWAC Player of the Year and team hit leader Amari Brown, alongside SWAC Tournament MVP Samantha Smith. It's a battle of conference champions, and every pitch counts.

For fans looking to catch all the action, the game will be broadcast from Gainesville, Florida. Whether you're gearing up in your favorite FAMU gear or just love the drama of NCAA tournament softball, this is a game you won't want to miss.