Razorbacks Cruise to Another Run-rule Win at States Up! Invitational

Arkansas beats BYU 11-1 in five innings, earning its seventh early victory of the season.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

The Arkansas Razorbacks softball team continued its dominant start to the season, beating BYU 11-1 in five innings at the States Up! Invitational. This was the Razorbacks' seventh run-rule victory of the year, as they have now outscored opponents 93-13 in those games. Freshman pitcher Saylor Timmerman and reliever Robyn Herron combined for a strong pitching performance, while Reagan Johnson, Brinli Bain, and Karlie Davison led the offense with multiple hits.

Why it matters

Arkansas' ability to routinely end games early via the run rule highlights the team's offensive firepower and pitching depth. This continued success could put the Razorbacks in strong position for postseason play, as they demonstrate the ability to dominate opponents from start to finish.

The details

Arkansas took the lead in the second inning on a sacrifice fly by Dakota Kennedy. BYU tied it in the fourth with two doubles, but the Razorbacks responded with a big inning. A BYU error, an RBI groundout, and a two-run double by Karlie Davison helped Arkansas pull away. Freshman Saylor Timmerman started and pitched 3.1 innings, allowing just one run, before Robyn Herron came in to finish the game with 2.1 scoreless innings.

  • The game began on February 14, 2026.
  • Arkansas scored its first run in the second inning.
  • BYU tied the game 1-1 in the top of the fourth inning.
  • Arkansas broke the game open with a big fourth inning.
  • The game ended after five innings due to the run rule.

The players

Saylor Timmerman

The Arkansas freshman pitcher started the game and allowed only one run over 3.1 innings.

Robyn Herron

The Arkansas relief pitcher came in to pitch 2.1 scoreless innings, striking out four batters and earning the win.

Reagan Johnson

The Arkansas outfielder went 3-for-3 at the plate, scored twice, walked, and stole a base to lead the Razorbacks' offense.

Karlie Davison

The Arkansas player drove in two runs with a double as part of the Razorbacks' big fourth inning.

Ella McDowell

The Arkansas player added two RBIs with a single in the fourth inning.

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What’s next

Arkansas will play again at the States Up! Invitational against host Texas State at 6 p.m. on February 14, 2026 after being moved due to rain.

The takeaway

Arkansas' ability to routinely end games early via the run rule demonstrates the team's offensive firepower and pitching depth, which could put them in a strong position for postseason play as they continue to dominate opponents from start to finish.