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ASU closes out Sun Devil Classic in disappointing fashion

by Ethan Ignatovsky - February 25, 2024February 25, 2024

(Photo via Marina Williams/WCSN) TEMPE — In recent history, when Arizona State softball has faced off against New Mexico State it’s been mostly all smiles for the Sun Devils. Heading into Sunday’s game against the Aggies the Sun Devils had taken nine of the last 10. Four of those nine wins were

ASU pitchers start day strong, win a thriller against Ohio State

by Jake Sloan - February 24, 2024February 24, 2024

(Photo via Sam Polgreen/WCSN) TEMPE — The Sun Devils headed into Friday’s doubleheader and the second day of the Sun Devil Classic looking to bounce back after a loss to Texas State 12-2 Thursday evening. In their first game, they faced Seton Hall, who had just four games under its belt

ASU shows off on both sides of the ball in sweep of UTEP

by Jake Sloan - February 21, 2024February 21, 2024

(Photo via Sammy Nute/WCSN) TEMPE — It was a tale of two games Wednesday for the Sun Devils, as they faced the UTEP Miners in a doubleheader. The first game was a heavyweight bout with haymakers thrown left and right. The second game was a much more methodical and defensive-minded game,

Sun Devils close out Littlewood Classic with another split

by Ethan Ignatovsky - February 18, 2024February 18, 2024

TEMPE — Memphis junior infielder E’mya Munford was put into one of the hardest situations in softball in the top of the fifth inning against ASU. Munford pinch-hit for freshman shortstop Aubrey Williams with two outs in the inning, down by eight runs, with the score sitting at 13-5, meaning

Sun Devils’ determination on display in Friday doubleheader

by Jake Sloan - February 17, 2024February 17, 2024

(Photo via Sammy Nute/WCSN) TEMPE — After Thursday's 10-6 win against the then-undefeated BYU Cougars, ASU softball was faced with a doubleheader Friday against No. 16 Virginia Tech and Illinois State on its second of three days at the Littlewood Classic. Senior right-hander Deborah Jones made her season debut on the mound

Sun Devils’ offense shines against BYU

by Keenan Vaughan - February 16, 2024February 16, 2024

(Photo via Sammy Nute/WCSN) TEMPE — The Arizona State softball team headed into the opening matchup of the 2024 Littlewood Classic, hoping to make a statement. With a tough weekend slate approaching, there was no better time to set the tone than going up against the undefeated BYU Cougars. Fifth-year right-handed pitcher

ASU falls to Northwestern, makes strong comeback against St. Thomas

by Casey McNulty - February 10, 2024February 10, 2024

(Photo via Julia Coyne/WCSN) TEMPE — ASU softball’s journey to Oklahoma City began Friday, as the Sun Devils opened their season with a sizzling doubleheader. The Devils' quest for victory started with a game against No. 24 Northwestern, a team they battled in the Super Regionals almost two years ago. The

Sun Devils close fall season with intrasquad showcase

by Ella Gomez - October 28, 2023October 28, 2023

(Photo via Julia Coyne/WCSN) TEMPE — Coming off its first loss of the fall season to GCU, ASU softball was back at Farrington Stadium Friday night for its intrasquad scrimmage and last game activity of the fall season. Following the 4-0 loss to the Lopes, the Sun Devils hosted the Maroon &

Sun Devils undefeated fall season comes to an end at GCU

by Crawford McKinstry - October 19, 2023October 19, 2023

(Photo via Julia Coyne/WCSN) PHOENIX — Arizona State softball traveled across the valley Wednesday night to battle their cross town rival GCU for the second time this fall. Coming off four straight wins including a 5-4 victory against the Lopes two weeks ago, ASU came into its last fall ball game with

ASU shows no mercy in victory over Phoenix College

by Keenan Vaughan - October 13, 2023October 13, 2023

(Photo via Julia Coyne/WCSN) TEMPE — Arizona State softball found itself one step closer to closing out its fall ball slate with an undefeated record following a 16-0 shutout of Phoenix College on Thursday night. The Sun Devils immediately set the tone for their performance against the NJCAA powerhouse when graduate shortstop