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Newcomers pave the way to end ASU Invitational undefeated

by Ashton Sharinn - March 1, 2026March 1, 2026

(Photo: Aiden Longbrake/WCSN) TEMPE — No. 23 Arizona State coach Megan Bartlett patiently waited for success. To get it took time, risks and finding a formula to use. Bartlett built up her own system, beginning with a strong coaching staff, relying on young freshman classes and looking for diamonds in the

Bats lead the way in doubleheader sweep at ASU Invitational

by Julian Khoury - February 28, 2026February 28, 2026

(Photo: Connor Gleason/WCSN) No. 23 Arizona State headed into its Friday doubleheader with an offense that had caught fire as of late, scoring eight or more runs in eight of its last nine games. After trailing 5-0 against Eastern Illinois heading into the bottom of the third in their first game

ASU turns gifts into runs in win over UC Riverside

by Anthony Saccuman - February 26, 2026February 26, 2026

TEMPE — After falling to New Mexico State on Sunday, its second loss in three days, No. 23 Arizona State had to live with the sour taste in its mouth ahead of the ASU Invitational for several days. Frustrated with their recent play, the Sun Devils displayed immense patience at the

ASU’s flu-stricken pitching staff bounces back in Saturday sweep

by Ashton Sharinn - February 22, 2026February 22, 2026

(Photo: Aiden Longbrake/WCSN) TEMPE — Just 24 hours removed from one-run thrillers on Friday night, keeping fans on the edge of their seats, No. 21 Arizona State found itself back at Farrington Stadium for another two games, although this time, the limelight shifted from clutch hitting to clutch pitching. Battling the flu

Sun Devils battle sickness, split doubleheader in Sun Devil Classic

by Taylor Gautney - February 21, 2026February 21, 2026

(Photo: Jake Abele/WCSN) TEMPE — As Arizona State senior pitcher Kenzie Brown trotted to the circle to pitch against Michigan Friday evening, fans at Farrington Stadium waited to watch another stellar performance from the former All-American as the backbone of her team’s pitching rotation. However, Brown struggled with her pitches, as well

Roberts’ go-ahead single the difference in ASU’s comeback win

by Ashton Sharinn - February 14, 2026February 14, 2026

(Photo: Madison Sorenson/WCSN) TEMPE — On a cold night under the stadium lights at Alberta B. Farrington Stadium, Arizona State had felt the impacts of the clouds above as its pitching looked gloomy to open the game, allowing Nevada to jump out to an early 4-0 lead after the first inning.

Sun Devils battle back behind power bats in comeback win

by Taylor Gautney - February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

(Photo: Connor Gleason) TEMPE — After an 11-5 win over Portland State on Thursday afternoon, No. 22 Arizona State was caught in a rollercoaster five innings of play against Indiana. First-year Sun Devil and junior catcher Emily Schepp stepped into the batter’s box with an eagerness to hit after watching two

Kenzie Brown shines in dominant 8-0 run-rule victory

by Ava Barhydt-Lomeli - February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

(Photo: Sun Devil Athletics) TEMPE — As the sun set over Albert B. Farrington Stadium Saturday night, fans had become accustomed to close games through Arizona State’s first three games. Four innings of play between the Sun Devils and Northwestern resulted in a 1-0 lead, as the crowd began to settle

Sun Devils suffer heartbreaking loss to Oklahoma

by Taylor Gautney - February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

(Photo: Madison Sorenson/WCSN) TEMPE – Going into the top of the sixth inning, nearly all glimpses of hope were lost for No. 3 Oklahoma. Arizona State senior pitcher Kenzie Brown was having another unforgettable performance, striking out batters up and down the order. Until one swing of the bat changed the game. Oklahoma

Sun Devils Rally Through Defensive Challenges, End Fall with Big Win Over Pima

by Ava Barhydt-Lomeli - November 13, 2025November 13, 2025

(Photo: Aiden Longbrake/ WCSN) TEMPE — The sun was shining on the Alberta B Farrington Softball Stadium on Tuesday, and so were the Sun Devils. Even with some of their best defensive players out, Arizona State beat Pima College 15-5 in their last fall game before the Maroon and Gold