Arizona State softball fell 9-8 to No. 19 Arizona in a back-and-forth matchup where both teams rallied throughout the game. ASU took an early lead but Arizona responded, leading to a tense showdown that ended with a walk-off victory for Arizona.

By the Numbers
  • ASU's record: 18-25 overall, 2-16 in Pac-12
  • Arizona's record: 31-13-1 overall, 12-9 in Pac-12
Yes, But

The Sun Devils' strong performance was ultimately not enough to secure a win as Arizona staged a late comeback to claim victory.

State of Play
  • ASU will now return to Farrington Stadium for the final two weekends of the regular season, starting with a home series against California.
  • Key players for ASU included LeClair, Hall, and Kinch who each scored two runs in the game.
  • ASU's Denby showed strong performance with a three-run home run and multiple RBI games, contributing significantly to the team's efforts.
What's Next

ASU will face California in a three-game series starting on Friday at 6 p.m. as they aim to bounce back from the tough loss and finish the season on a high note.

Bottom Line

Arizona State softball faced a tough defeat against Arizona in a thrilling matchup, highlighting the team's resilience and competitive spirit despite the loss. With key players stepping up, ASU looks to regroup and secure wins in the upcoming games to close out the regular season strongly.