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Junior outfielder Alix Johnson connects on a pitch during the Kajikawa Classic. Johnson struggled to hit at the start of the season but is starting to get back on track. (Samuel Rosebaum)

ASU softball's Alix Johnson breaking out of slump

In Johnson’s first 30 at bats in 2013, she had three hits.

By Justin Janssen | February 19, 2013

Video: Alix Johnson, emotional leader

Softball team leader previews season and discusses early accomplishments

By Carina Dominguez | February 17, 2013

Junior catcher Mackenzie Popescue (right) winds up for a pitch during the Sun Devils' 5-3 win over Northern Iowa on Feb. 15 (Photo by Dominic Valente)

ASU softball runs past Minnesota 8-0, closes Littlewood Classic undefeated

In the final game of the Littlewood Classic, the Sun Devils defeated Minnesota 8-0 in a lightning-quick one hour, 13 minute affair.

By Justin Janssen | February 17, 2013

Sophomore Leighann Sahagun jumps to return a shot against Santa Clara on Feb. 17. The ASU tennis team was able to beat the Broncos in their closest contest of the season. (Photo by Murphy Bannerman)

ASU softball's bats power Sun Devils to double-header sweep

In victories over Illinois-Chicago and Illinois State, the Sun Devils scored 22 runs in the doubleheader total.

By Justin Janssen | February 16, 2013

ASU softball overcomes adversity, improves to 9-0

ASU’s offense responded, as it did all day long when adversity struck.

By Justin Janssen | February 15, 2013

Freshman pitcher Alexis Cooper steps forward with her foot as she pitches during the Kajikawa Classic. The softball team looks to extended their undefeated record this weekend. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU softball hopes to stay undefeated in 2nd home tourney

After a blazing start to the 2013 season, the No. 3 ASU softball team (7-0) looks to continue its hot start in the Littlewood Classic in Tempe.

By Justin Janssen | February 14, 2013

Junior pitcher Dallas Escobedo winds back ready to release a pitch against Kentucky on Feb. 9. Escobedo and the ASU softball pitching staff have led the Sun Devils to a 7-0 start. (Photo by Dominic Valente)

ASU softball 2013 batting order preview

ASU softball coach Clint Myers is no stranger to changing the lineup. Based upon who is hot, the lineup is subject to change.

By Justin Janssen | February 13, 2013

ASU softball against Boise State in the Kajikawa Classic 2013 on Sunday. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

The Morning After: ASU softball sweeps first tourney

Every pitcher’s dream is to throw a perfect game.

By Justin Janssen | February 11, 2013

Sophomore Haley Steele bats against Boise State in the Kajikawa Classic 2013 on Sunday. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

ASU softball goes undefeated in Kajikawa Classic

In seven games total ASU allowed just two runs, one of which was unearned.

By Justin Janssen | February 10, 2013

Junior infielder Cheyenne Coyle follows through on a swing on Feb. 9. Coyle started off the season with three homers in two games. (Photo by Abhiram Chandrash)

The Morning After: ASU softball starts 3-0

Escobedo added the drop ball in the offseason and improved her changeup to keep hitters off-balance.

By Justin Janssen | February 9, 2013

Coyle, Escobedo carry ASU softball to 3-0 start in Kajikawa Classic

Behind strong starts from junior shortstop Cheyenne Coyle and junior pitcher Dallas Escobedo, the ASU softball team started the Kajikawa Classic 3-0.

By Justin Janssen | February 8, 2013

An ASU softball outfielder gathers her feet to throw the ball from the outfield to cutoff an infielder during practice on Feb. 8. (Photo by Dominic Valente)

Softball outfielders rotate after injury

Sophomore outfielder Elizabeth Caporuscio started all 64 games for ASU in center field last season. Now she is making the switch to left.

By Justin Janssen | February 6, 2013

Softball starts season hosting Kajikawa Classic

The Sun Devils are eager to begin their quest for another championship this weekend in the the Kajikawa Classic in Tempe from Feb. 7 to Feb. 10.

By Justin Janssen | February 6, 2013

(Left to right) Softball pitchers Makenzie Popescue, Alexis Cooper, Dallas Escobedo and Jenna Makis. (Photos Courtesy of ASU Athletics)

Softball pitchers Escobedo, Popescue complement each other

Despite losing senior pitcher Hillary Bach to graduation, the ASU softball team has enough depth on the mound to maintain its high level of play.

By Justin Janssen | January 30, 2013

ASU Softball Coach Clint Myers goes over some game notes on April 10 against McNeese. The team fell short in this year's College World Series. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Future is bright for ASU softball

As the No. 3 ASU softball team heads into the offseason there is much to be excited about for next season.

By John McKelvey III | June 10, 2012

Softball coach Clint Myers at a game against UCLA March 5. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Softball falls short in national championship hunt

No. 3 ASU went down with a fight. The lineup produced eight hits and sophomore pitcher Dallas Escobedo stretched four earned runs over six innings with eight strikeouts.

By John McKelvey III | June 3, 2012

Softball tops LSU, moves on to face Oklahoma

The No. 3 ASU softball team’s offensive production skyrocketed against the pitcher with the best ERA in the nation and all it took was the lineup to completely ignore half of the plate in Saturday’s 6-0 win over LSU.

By John McKelvey III | June 2, 2012

Q&A: Hillary Bach on return to Oklahoma

Before the team’s elimination game against LSU, ASU senior pitcher Hillary Bach spoke with The State Press about the WCWS and how it feels to be back in her home state.

By John McKelvey III | June 2, 2012

Women's College World Series Power Rankings

The Women's College World Series is still in its early stages, but a pecking order has been developed and The State Press has come up with power rankings to this point.

By John McKelvey III | June 2, 2012

Offense unable to gain momentum as softball falls to Alabama

The potent Sun Devil lineup nearly came up empty against Alabama sophomore pitcher Jackie Traina as it only recorded three hits and five walks in the 2-1 loss.

By John McKelvey III | June 2, 2012

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