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Hillary Bach pitches in a game against San Jose State on Thursday. Bach pitched three shutouts in the Kajikawa Classic. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Softball drops two games in Kajikawa Classic

A long season awaits the reigning national champion, but two stinging losses in the Kajikawa Classic this weekend in Tempe were tough to swallow.

By John McKelvey III | February 12, 2012

Senior outfielder Annie Lockwood bats in the Kajikawa Classic on Thursday. Lockwood and the Sun Devils easily beat their first two opponents of the tournament. (Photo by Sam Rosenbaum)

Softball opens season with a pair of wins

The Sun Devils pitching staff stood out, as neither Western Michigan nor San Jose State were able to plate a runner through 13 innings.

By John McKelvey III | February 9, 2012

Dallas Escobedo prepares to pitch in a game against Texas A&M on May 27, 2011. Escobedo will lead the Sun Devils in their season opener against Western Michigan in the Kajikawa Classic. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Softball looks to repeat success in Kajikawa Classic

The No. 1 ASU softball team is set to take the field seven times from Thursday to Sunday in the Kajikawa Classic.

By John McKelvey III | February 8, 2012

Katelyn Boyd rounds second base against North Dakota State during the NCAA Regionals on May 20, 2011. Boyd is one of four returning starters as ASU looks to defend its national title. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Softball season preview

Four starters from 2011 have moved on, and a lot must be done for ASU softball to win its third championship in five years. Here is a projection of what the positions look like heading into the 2012 season.

By John McKelvey III | January 25, 2012

Dallas Escobedo pitches against Western Michigan on Feb. 10, 2011. Escobedo looks to meet lofty expectations in her sophomore season. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Escobedo, Popescue look to fulfill expectations

ASU softball coach Clint Myers will call on pitchers Dallas Escobedo and Mackenzie Popescue to build upon their freshman season successes.

By John McKelvey III | January 17, 2012

The State Press

Expansion impacts beyond football

We’ll take a look at a few of the ASU sports that will be impacted the most by the potential Pac-16 changes.

By Elijah Grasser | September 13, 2011

Complete season: ASU senior outfielder Lesley Rogers looks to steal third during the Sun Devils’ 4-2 win over Texas A&M on May 27. Senior leadership was just one of the many factors that led to ASU’s dominance this year. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Softball was NCAA-bound from the start

From the outset of the 2011 season, the ASU softball team knew it had the necessary pieces in place

By Greg Dillard | June 19, 2011

The State Press

Six players make a playoff transition

Six Sun Devils are forced to take on a new role in postseason play. They transition from players to super fans.

By Greg Dillard | June 12, 2011

The Sun Devils celebrate their 2011 national championship on the field after the game. Photo by Corinne Calabro.

Sun Devil softball claims 2011 national championship

The ASU softball team defeated Florida 7-2 to earn the program's second national championship.

By Greg Dillard | June 7, 2011

The State Press

High-powered ASU offense in WCWS

The Sun Devils have had no shortage of offense in recent WCWS action.

By Greg Dillard | June 7, 2011

The State Press

Gators falsely criticize umpire after 14-4 loss

In Florida's post game press conference, several players criticized the home plate umpire.

By Greg Dillard | June 7, 2011

ASA Hall of Fame Stadium. Photo courtesy of ASU media relations

Lockwood, Urfer relish chance to play at HOF Stadium

ASU junior right fielder Annie Lockwood and senior first baseman Mandy Urfer love playing on softball's biggest stage.

By Greg Dillard | June 7, 2011

The State Press

Softball one win away from WCWS title

ASU scored one run or more in each of the game’s first five innings, including a six-run shellacking in the second frame.

By Greg Dillard | June 7, 2011

The State Press

Donnenwirth's defense second to none

ASU senior Krista Donnenwirth is one of the best defensive third basemen in the nation.

By Greg Dillard | June 6, 2011

Championship-bound: ASU senior Mandy Urfer waits for a pitch during the Sun Devils’ 8-0 win over Long Beach State on May 21. Urfer had a two-RBI home run in the ASU victory over Baylor on Sunday. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Softball reaches the national championship final

The Sun Devils now advance to the championship series where they will take on either Alabama or Florida.

By Greg Dillard | June 5, 2011

Groove is in the Heart: Junior Annie Lockwood celebrates with the rest of the Sun Devils after a home run against San Diego State on May 22. The team’s tendency to dance after home runs has become a common fixture throughout season. (Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Escobedo, Urfer dancing through season

Cheering, clapping, and celebrating in the dugouts are all regular activities throughout each and every college softball game.

By Greg Dillard | June 5, 2011

(Photo by Greg Dillard)

Softball gets its revenge against Florida

One year after that excruciating Super Regional, ASU got its revenge by stunning the Gators (53-11) in a 6-5-comeback victory.

By Greg Dillard | June 4, 2011

ASA Hall of Fame Stadium in Oklahoma City. Photo courtesy of ASU media relations.

An electric atmosphere at the WCWS

The stadium, fans, and top tier talent make the Women's College World Series experience a unique one.

By Greg Dillard | June 3, 2011

The State Press

Pac-10 remains softball's elite conference

Although the SEC receives plenty of hype, the Pac-10 still holds the title of collegiate softball's strongest and most successful conference.

By Greg Dillard | June 3, 2011

(Photo by Aaron Lavinsky)

Hello from the Women's College World Series!

ASU softball is at the Women's College World Series for the ninth time in program history.

By Greg Dillard | June 3, 2011