The No. 15 Stanford Cardinal defeated California 9-3 to clinch the series win, improving their overall record to 32-8 and ACC play to 11-6. Stanford scored early with three runs in the first inning, aided by a hit from Joie Economides who contributed three RBIs in total. The Cardinal added four runs in the third, extending a hitting streak for Kyra Chan to 18 games. California managed to score three runs in a late rally, but Stanford's Alyssa Houston secured the victory with excellent performance on the mound.

By the Numbers
  • Stanford's record improves to 32-8 (11-6 in ACC play).
  • Alyssa Houston earned her 11th win of the season.
State of Play
  • Stanford has clinched a spot in the ACC Tournament starting on May 7.
  • Tomorrow's game is expected to shatter the NCAA softball single-game attendance record at the Big Swing event.
What's Next

The Cardinal will face California again tomorrow in the Big Swing game, which promises to attract a large crowd aiming to break the attendance record. This matchup could also serve as a pivotal moment leading into the ACC Tournament.

Bottom Line

With their solid performance against California, Stanford has solidified its position in the ACC and is on the verge of making history with its upcoming game. Fans and the team are gearing up for an exciting event that could set a new record, while the Cardinal aims to maintain their winning momentum.