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Softball takes on national champs

Armed with a No. 1 national ranking and home field advantage, the ASU softball team returns to Farrington Stadium to face the defending national champions.

By Greg Dillard | April 14, 2011

Top Spot: ASU junior pitcher Hillary Bach starts her pitching motion against Campbell on March 10 in Tempe. The Sun Devils recently jumped two spots in the rankings to become the top ranked team in the nation. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Softball now No. 1 in the country

For the first time in three years, the Sun Devils are back on top.

By Greg Dillard | April 12, 2011

Make that two: ASU senior catcher Kaylyn Castillo waits in the warm-up circle during the Sun Devils’ 11-3 win over UC Santa Barbara on March 26. ASU won their second conference series of the season against Oregon over the weekend. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Softball takes series against Ducks

Whether it was behind a game-changing home run or a dominant pitching performance, the ASU softball team found a way to win the series.

By Greg Dillard | April 10, 2011

Cleaning up: ASU redshirt freshman Mackenzie Popescue pushes off the rubber during the Sun Devils’ win over UC Santa Barbara on March 26. ASU is looking to cut out the little mistakes when they take on Oregon this weekend. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Softball fine-tuning as it heads to Oregon

After a series win in the opening week of Pac-10 play, the No. 3 Sun Devils travel north for a three-game bout against Oregon.

By Greg Dillard | April 7, 2011

Climbing the Rankings: The ASU softball team celebrates at home plate after a victory against UC Santa Barbara on March 26 in Tempe. The Sun Devils have moved up to No. 3 in the country behind their 35-3 record. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

ASU, Washington softball sit atop loaded Pac-10

The next six weeks are sure to be interesting, but after just one weekend here’s how the conference is beginning to unfold.

By Greg Dillard | April 5, 2011

Making a Statement: ASU junior outfielder Kayla Ketchum rounds the bases against UC Santa Barbara on March 27. The Sun Devils started off strong in Pac-10 play, winning two of three games against Cal over the weekend. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Softball wins first Pac-10 series

The No. 4 Sun Devils continued their success by claiming two out of three to win the opening series against conference rival Cal.

By Greg Dillard | April 3, 2011

Conference opener: ASU sophomore Sam Parlich warms up in the infield before the game against Campbell on March 10. The No. 4 Sun Devils open Pac-10 play against Cal this weekend. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Conference play starts for No. 4 softball

The No. 4 Sun Devils dive into Pac-10 play this weekend when they head west to Berkeley to take on Cal.

By Greg Dillard | March 31, 2011

Fully capable: ASU freshman pitcher Dallas Escobedo (right) warms up before pitching against UC Santa Barbara on Saturday. Escobedo came in highly touted and has so far been dominant in the circle this season. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Escobedo as good as advertised

With her dominating rise ball, Escobedo has quickly established herself as one of the Pac-10’s most talented pitchers.

By Greg Dillard | March 29, 2011

Softball extends 25-game home streak, sweeps UCSB

Arizona State closed out non-conference play with a dominating performance against University of California Santa Barbara improving their record to 33-2.

By Fahim Rasul | March 27, 2011

No contest: ASU redshirt freshman Mackenzie Popescue hurls a pitch from the circle during the Sun Devils’ 11-3 run-rule victory over UC Santa Barbara on Saturday. ASU completed the series sweep with a 9-1 win on Sunday. (Photo by Michael Arellano)

Softball blows away UC Santa Barbara

Behind three run-rule performances, the No. 5 Sun Devils swept the weekend series against UC Santa Barbara.

By Greg Dillard | March 27, 2011

Softball looking to continue hot start

Arizona State softball has climbed the polls reaching fifth winning 30 games

By Fahim Rasul | March 25, 2011

Plate Presence: ASU junior infielder Katelyn Boyd warms up in between innings during the Sun Devils’ victory over Campbell on March 10. Boyd and her .483 batting average will face UC Santa Barbara for a three-game series starting Friday. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Softball gets last tune-up before Pac-10 play

Heading into the final weekend of non-conference play, the ASU softball team is searching for consistency in all aspects of the game.

By Greg Dillard | March 24, 2011

On the Base Path: ASU sophomore Kayla Ketchum warms up before the Sun Devils’ game against Campbell on March 10. Ketchum has scored 13 runs this season as a pinch runner. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Ketchum tearing up the base paths

While she’s listed as an outfielder on the official roster, Ketchum thrives in her unique role as the team’s primary pinch runner.

By Greg Dillard | March 22, 2011

Sun Devil athletics on the rise

It’s time for student pride to be shoved down the throats of tuition-payers.

By Nick Ruland | March 21, 2011

Streak snapped: ASU Sophomore Sam Parlich takes a cut during the Sun Devils’ victory over Creighton earlier in the season. No. 5 ASU went 4-1 in the Judi Garman Classic over the weekend but had its 23-game winning streak broken by No. 6 Michigan on Thursday. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

Softball reaches 30 victories

The No. 5 Sun Devils (30-2) faced their most challenging competition so far this season including two nationally-ranked teams at the Judi Garman Classic.

By Greg Dillard | March 20, 2011

Softball sweeps Diamond Devil Invite

The No. 7 Sun Devils (24-1) pushed their win streak to 23 consecutive games after picking up three more wins at the Diamond Devil Invitational in Tempe.

By Greg Dillard | March 17, 2011

Softball’s winning streak reaches 17

With four more victories, ASU now has won 17 consecutive games. The Sun Devils have outscored their opponents 41-5 in the four games this week.

By Greg Dillard | March 10, 2011

PAINTING POTENTIAL: Open Source Project owner Michael Witham admires the artwork of local artist Lalo Cota in his new business that will offer coffee, ideas and good times. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

Softball looks for two straight against Creighton

The No. 7 Sun Devils will aim to duplicate their success against the Bluejays in a rematch Tuesday night at Farrington Stadium.

By Greg Dillard | March 7, 2011

Dominant Weekend: ASU sophomore Sam Parlich beats a Creighton base runner to second base during the Sun Devils’ 11-1 victory over the Blue Jays Sunday in Tempe. ASU scored 54 runs over five games this weekend, while only giving up two runs. (Photo by Rosie Gochnour)

Softball scores 54 runs over 5 games, gives up 2

The ASU hitters did their fair share of damage at the plate by scoring a combined 54 runs on 53 hits to outscore their opponents 54-2 over five games.

By Greg Dillard | March 6, 2011

Prepared to Run: ASU freshman outfielder Alix Johnson gets ready to take off from second base during the Sun Devils’ victory over Cal Poly on Feb. 11. ASU will play five games in three days at the Wilson/DeMarini Invitational in Tempe starting March 4. (Photo by Scott Stuk)

Seventh-ranked softball still wants to improve

Despite a successful start to the 2011 season and a top ten national ranking, the ASU softball team believes improvement on the softball diamond is an ongoing process.

By Greg Dillard | March 3, 2011

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