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Bee Swarm Disrupts ASU Women's Lacrosse Game
Multiple people stung, forcing postponement of matchup
Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:41pm
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A swarm of bees disrupted an Arizona State University women's lacrosse game, stinging multiple people and forcing officials to postpone the matchup. The game was rescheduled for the following day and proceeded without incident.
Why it matters
Bee swarms can pose a serious public safety risk, especially in crowded sporting events. This incident highlights the need for universities and local authorities to have effective protocols in place to quickly respond to and mitigate bee-related emergencies.
The details
Before the scheduled morning game, the ASU women's lacrosse team posted on social media that the game had been delayed 'due to bees.' University staff responded to the swarm, with Tempe Fire Medical Rescue providing treatment to the multiple individuals who were stung. The university cleared the area, notified campus, and had the bees removed before rescheduling the game for the following day.
- On March 28, 2026, a bee swarm disrupted an ASU women's lacrosse game.
- The game was rescheduled and played on March 29, 2026 without incident.
The players
Arizona State University
The university where the women's lacrosse game was being played when the bee swarm occurred.
Tempe Fire Medical Rescue
The local emergency response team that provided treatment to individuals stung by the bees.
What they’re saying
“Multiple individuals were stung and the game was postponed.”
— Jerry Gonzalez, Assistant Director of the Office of Media Relations, Arizona State University
What’s next
The university will likely review its emergency response protocols to ensure it is prepared to quickly and effectively handle any future bee-related incidents at sporting events.
The takeaway
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of being vigilant for bee activity, especially in outdoor public settings, and having well-rehearsed emergency plans in place to protect the safety of participants and spectators.
