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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

Rising Temperatures and Blistering Bats as ASU scorches past Saturday’s double-header

by Julian Khoury - March 1, 2026March 1, 2026

(Photo: Ayden Vasquez/ WCSN) TEMPE — Arizona is warming up, and the Sun Devils' bats have been on a heater since the start of the 2026 season. This year, they have already put up 175 runs, which ranks third in the Big 12, and a little extra sunshine only added

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 late momentum fades in loss to New Mexico State

by Ava Barhydt-Lomeli - February 22, 2026February 22, 2026

(Photo: Mia Gonzalez/WCSN) TEMPE — Heading into the sixth inning down by three runs, No. 21 Arizona State found itself in a familiar situation. After already having multiple comeback wins early in the season, ASU had two innings to put together one last effort against New Mexico State. As Sun Devils

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

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

Season preview: ASU softball

by WCSN Softball - February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

(Photo: Aiden Longbrake/WCSN) After a historic 2025 season in which it made the NCAA tournament for the first time in three years, Arizona State softball turns the page to a brand-new season. With fresh faces, key returners, and expert coaching returning to Farrington Softball Stadium this weekend, Sun Devil fans have

Sun Devils look to make a splash along the West Coast

by Jack Brooks - May 16, 2025May 16, 2025

(Photo credit: Madison Sorenson/WCSN) Arizona State softball is entering its 34th NCAA tournament, chasing its third national title. However, in order to climb the mountain, the Sun Devils face a difficult task in the Los Angeles Regional. ASU (35-19, 14-10 Big 12 Conference) is the No. 2 seed in its regional, coming

Sun Devils face off against Oklahoma State in Big 12 tournament opener

Softball

by Mason Seal - May 7, 2025May 6, 2025

(Photo credit: Joshua Eaton/WCSN) With the regular season over, Arizona State softball enters the Big 12 tournament as the No. 5 seed. ASU will be taking on the No. 4 seed Oklahoma State in the first round. The Big 12 foes will face off Thursday for just the second time in 2025.