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For the second game in a row, Auburn is facing elimination from the NCAA Tournament. Head coach Mickey Dean always had a tough challenge coming out of the Tallahassee Regional but wants to stay alive on Saturday night against UCF. Florida State is waiting on the other side with a spot in the Super Regionals on the line. However, the Tigers have really struggled in the batter’s box. UCF pitcher Sarah Willis has allowed just two hits through three innings, walking three, and striking out too. Auburn has threatened at times but not broken through quite yet. Dean says Willis’ changeup is what’s gi…