Lauppe, Salmon set to lead UCLA pitching staff in 2027

Softball AmericaPhoto courtesy of UCLA Athletics UCLA's pitching staff took a hit after Taylor Tinsley's departure, so the Bruins turned to the transfer portal. Cambria Salmon arrives from Texas and Meika Lauppe from Arizona State, both groundball-heavy arms who could anchor Westwood's rotation in 2027. Here's what each pitcher brings — and where questions remain.