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UCLA slugger Megan Grant’s super fan gets cooking with creative outfit

Nypost · · 637 words · By Ben Bolch
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There are fans who wear hats or hoist signs to show their appreciation for UCLA slugger Megan Grant, and then there is Kaitlyn Laabs.

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What happened

There are fans who wear hats or hoist signs to show their appreciation for UCLA slugger Megan Grant, and then there is Kaitlyn Laabs.

Why it matters

Donning a poofy, white chef’s hat along with a blue apron that holds a spatula and whisk in its front pocket, Laabs has become an instantly recognizable super fan of the college softball star known as “Chef Megan.” After Grant broke the NCAA single-season…

Common ground

So she scrounged together a chef’s getup from what she could find in her kitchen and started wearing it to Easton Stadium starting with the Bruins’ NCAA Tournament Regional.

Perspective signals

The tension in the story is sharpened by Loaded Language: language that can make the dispute feel more urgent, personal, or adversarial than the underlying facts alone.

open_in_new Read the original article: https://nypost.com/2026/05/24/sports/uclas-megan-grant-has-a-super-fan-to-go-wit…

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eFinder identified 1 propaganda technique in this article. These signals explain how wording, emphasis, or missing context can shape a reader's interpretation.

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Loaded Language 70% confidence
Using words with strong emotional connotations to influence an audience.
Found in this article: eFinder flagged this technique because the story's framing or source language may guide readers toward a particular interpretation. Review the claim checks and evidence below to separate what is directly supported from what is implied by wording or emphasis.
Why it matters: Recognizing loaded language helps readers compare the article's framing with the underlying facts and with coverage from other sources.

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eFinder analyzed this article and checked 7 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “the Bruins polished off Central Florida in their Super Regional to advance to the Women’s College World Series”
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The provided evidence for this claim consists of general UCLA university information and Wikipedia entries about the institution, but contains no information regarding a softball game against Central Florida or the Women's College World Series.
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web search NEUTRAL — In 1951, UCLA was formally elevated to coequal status with UC Berkeley, with both institutions headed by chancellors who reported on an equal basis to the president of the UC system. Raymond B. Allen …
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/University_of_California,_Lo…
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web search NEUTRAL — UCLA advances knowledge, addresses pressing societal needs and creates a university enriched by diverse perspectives where all individuals can flourish.
https://www.ucla.edu/
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web search NEUTRAL — UCLA’s optimism is more than just a sunny disposition. It’s in our DNA. Underneath the clear Californian skies, in one of the world’s biggest cities, you’ll find 40,000 staff and students, each lookin…
https://admission.universityofcalifornia.edu/campuses-majors…
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Claim 2: “Central Florida mostly pitched around her this weekend, walking her six times in seven plate appearances”
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The evidence provided for this claim includes a general ESPN clip about the 40th HR, a NYT homepage, and a report about Florida (not UCF) in a Super Regional. There is no mention of Grant being walked six times in seven plate appearances by Central Florida.
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web search NEUTRAL — UCLA senior Megan Grant extended her single-season record with her 40th home run Sunday night in a 15-1 victory over South Carolina in the regional final of the NCAA softball tournament. "It's incredi…
https://www.espn.com/college-softball/story/_/id/48802773/me…
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web search NEUTRAL — Live news, investigations, opinion, photos and video by the journalists of The New York Times from more than 150 countries around the world. Subscribe for coverage of U.S. and international news, poli…
https://www.nytimes.com/
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web search NEUTRAL — Florida took a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning on a sacrifice fly by Jocelyn Erickson and an RBI single by Reagan Walsh. Williams, who entered play with a .167 batting average, pushed the B…
https://www.news18.com/sports/williams-rothrock-lead-florida…
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Claim 3: “Watch Me! Sports Bar, a tavern dedicated to celebrating women’s sports in Long Beach”
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The search results returned general information about watches (Amazon, Apple, Chrono24) and did not find any information regarding a 'Watch Me! Sports Bar' in Long Beach.
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web search NEUTRAL — Upgrade your accessory game with Amazon's curated collection of watches. Discover top brands, innovative technologies, and timeless designs to suit every taste.
https://www.amazon.com/watch/s?k=watch
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web search NEUTRAL — Make the most of your Apple Watch with an online session. Talk one on one with a Specialist to set up your device and discover new features.
https://www.apple.com/watch/
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web search NEUTRAL — Every month, over 9 million watch enthusiasts search for their next watch on Chrono24 – perhaps yours is the watch they are looking for? Create a free listing in a few simple steps and find a buyer fo…
https://www.chrono24.com/
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Claim 4: “Laabs developed an immediate appreciation for the freshman class that included Grant, Jordan Woolery and Taylor Tinsley”
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The search results returned information about the movie M3GAN and Meghan Markle, which are irrelevant to the claim about UCLA softball players Megan Grant, Jordan Woolery, and Taylor Tinsley.
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web search NEUTRAL — M3GAN (pronounced "Megan") is a 2023 American science fiction horror film with black comedy elements about an artificially intelligent doll who develops self-awareness and becomes hostile toward anyon…
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/M3GAN
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web search NEUTRAL — 5M Followers, 1 Following, 101 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Meghan, Duchess of Sussex (@meghan)
https://www.instagram.com/meghan/
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web search NEUTRAL — May 12, 2026 · Meghan Markle is doing a spring refresh online. The Duchess of Sussex, 44, changed up her profile picture on Instagram for the first time since she returned to the platform in early 202…
https://people.com/meghan-markle-changes-instagram-profile-p…
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Claim 5: “Grant broke the NCAA single-season home run record two weeks ago”
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Multiple independent web search results confirm that UCLA's Megan Grant broke the NCAA single-season home run record with her 38th home run against Nebraska on May 9.
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web search NEUTRAL — UCLA senior Megan Grant broke the NCAA single-season home run record in the Bruins' Big Ten championship game against Nebraska on Saturday, May 9, blasting her 38th long ball of the season.
https://www.ncaa.com/news/softball/article/2026-05-08/uclas-…
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web search NEUTRAL — Megan Grant on setting NCAA single-season HR record. 6 days ago. Save for later.UCLA star Grant breaks 31-year-old home run mark with 38th blast of season. 7 days ago.
https://news.google.com/stories/CAAqNggKIjBDQklTSGpvSmMzUnZj…
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web search NEUTRAL — UCLA’s Megan Grant celebrates after becoming the NCAA single-season home run champion Saturday.Grant watches her record-breaking home run sail over the fence Saturday against Nebraska.
https://nypost.com/2026/05/09/sports/uclas-megan-grant-break…
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Claim 6: “Laabs was a left-handed No. 2 hitter when she patrolled the outfield for Brown University from 2005–09”
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While evidence confirms Kaitlyn Laabs attended Brown University, there is no information provided regarding her specific role as a 'left-handed No. 2 hitter' or her specific years of play (2005-09) in the provided snippets.
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web search NEUTRAL — The site owner hides the web page description.
https://www.instagram.com/tv/CCWcsvmh6fc/
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web search NEUTRAL — Skilled in all aspects of field and post production from concept to final delivery. Elevating brands with captivating content. Illuminating causes with compelling stories. | Learn more about Kaitlyn L…
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitlynlaabs
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web search NEUTRAL — Brown University. American Studies. College. Northwestern University. Broadcast Journalism. Quotes.
https://filmfreeway.com/GlassCeilingFilms
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Claim 7: “Grant belted homers No. 39 and 40 — including a grand slam — in the Regional”
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Multiple sources confirm Megan Grant hit her 39th and 40th home runs during the regional, specifically noting the 40th was a grand slam in a victory over South Carolina.
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web search NEUTRAL — Megan Grant hits 38th home run, sets new NCAA single-season record. 5 days ago.Megan Grant's 40th HR of the season for UCLA is a grand slam.
https://news.google.com/stories/CAAqNggKIjBDQklTSGpvSmMzUnZj…
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web search NEUTRAL — Megan Grant's 40th HR of the season for UCLA is a grand slam (0:58).UCLA senior Megan Grant extended her single-season record with her 40th home run Sunday night in a 15-1 victory over South Carolina …
https://www.espn.com/college-softball/story/_/id/48802773/me…
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web search NEUTRAL — It was Grant’s 39th home run, extending her hold on the NCAA single-season home record. Grant broke the record during the Big Ten title game and is being chased by Oklahoma freshman Kendall Wells, who…
https://dnyuz.com/2026/05/17/ucla-softball-rolls-past-south-…
info Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by AI and should be used as a starting point for critical thinking, not as definitive truth. Claims are verified against publicly available sources. Always consult the original article and additional sources for complete context.