Arizona softball walks off ASU to even series

March 22, 2026 - 06:11

In a rivalry game filled with wild momentum swings, the Arizona Wildcats clinched a dramatic 9-8 walk-off victory over Arizona State on Saturday night to even the series. The Wildcats appeared to be cruising to a comfortable win after building a commanding 8-0 lead early in the contest.

However, the Sun Devils mounted a relentless comeback, chipping away at the deficit inning by inning. The visitors' resilience culminated in a stunning five-run seventh inning, tying the game at 8-8 and threatening to steal the victory on the road.

Undeterred by the sudden shift, the Wildcats responded in the bottom of the final frame. With the game on the line, Regan Shockey stepped into the batter's box and delivered a clutch single, driving in the winning run and sending her teammates into a celebratory frenzy at Hillenbrand Stadium.

The victory marks a crucial rebound for Arizona after dropping the series opener. The tense win not only evens the territorial cup series but also showcases the team's resilience in high-pressure situations. The two teams will now meet in a decisive rubber match to determine the winner of the weekend showdown.