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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

Sun Devil veterans spark rally, lead ASU to 16-1 victory

by Ethan Ignatovsky - September 30, 2023September 30, 2023

(Photo via Nicole Mullen/WCSN) TEMPE — Arizona State softball continued its winning ways Friday night in a dominant 16-1 victory over the Embry-Riddle Eagles. The impressive win gives the Sun Devils a 2-0 start to their fall ball slate, adding on to their previous victory over Central Arizona 22-2 on Wednesday

ASU Softball: Sun Devils fall to Cowgirls in defensive battle

by Dylan Wickman - March 17, 2023March 17, 2023

(Photo via Nicole Mullen/WCSN) In a month filled with madness, Arizona State Softball came into Stillwater to try and create an upset of its own against No. 2 Oklahoma State, but the lack of pressure created on offense left the Sun Devils running in place. Despite holding the Cowgirls (22-2) to just

ASU Softball: Sun Devils close Littlewood Classic with comeback win over Weber State

by Lauren Nunez - February 19, 2023February 19, 2023

(Photo via Joey Plishka/WCSN) On Sunday, Arizona State Softball faced off against the Weber State Wildcats with hopes of extending its win streak to 4 games and ending the homestand on a high note. Although the Wildcats (3-6) got the early jump on the Sun Devils (8-2), ASU was able to play

ASU Softball: Sun Devils dominate Illinois schools in Littlewood Classic doubleheader

by Dylan Wickman - February 19, 2023February 19, 2023

(Photo via Joey Plishka/WCSN) On day three of the Littlewood Classic, Arizona State Softball faced off against both Illinois schools in attendance for a doubleheader. Following a run-rule win over Portland State the night before, ASU hoped to add two more wins on Saturday. Although their slate against Illinois State (2-7) and

ASU Softball: New-look Sun Devils begin quest to replicate 2022 success

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by Grace Johnson - February 8, 2023February 8, 2023

(Photo via Reece Andrews/WCSN) Coming off a stellar 2022 season that ended with a Pac-12 Conference title, Arizona State Softball looks to continue its explosiveness and success in the 2023 season. The Sun Devils will look to do so with new leadership at the helm in head coach Megan Bartlett. Bartlett, a