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Arizona softball loses 3rd straight run-rule game in rout by ASU
The Wildcats gave up 6 home runs to the Sun Devils
Mar. 21, 2026 at 5:05am
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The Arizona Wildcats suffered a 16-5 run-rule loss to in-state rival Arizona State in the first game of their weekend series. It was the third straight run-rule defeat for Arizona, following losses at Texas Tech. The Wildcats' pitching struggled, giving up 15 hits and 6 home runs to the Sun Devils. Arizona was only able to muster 4 hits and 3 walks in the game.
Why it matters
The loss drops Arizona to 21-7 overall and 4-2 in conference play, while ASU improves to 22-7 and 2-4. The Wildcats have now lost three straight games by run rule, raising concerns about their pitching and defense as they look to bounce back in the final two games of the series.
The details
Arizona head coach Caitlin Lowe made some lineup changes, including starting freshman Rylie Holder on the mound and giving junior Tele Jennings the designated player role with Anyssa Wild out with a broken hand. However, the Wildcats' pitching struggled, with Holder, Jenae Berry, and Sarah Wright combining to allow 15 hits, 2 walks, and 3 hit batters. ASU hitters, including former Wildcat Emily Schepp, took advantage, hitting 6 home runs. Arizona's offense was limited to 4 hits and 3 walks, with the Wildcats only able to score 3 earned runs.
- The game was played on Friday, March 21, 2026.
The players
Rylie Holder
A freshman right-handed pitcher for the Arizona Wildcats.
Tele Jennings
A junior who started at designated player for the Arizona Wildcats with Anyssa Wild out with a broken hand.
Kez Lucas
A freshman infielder who started at first base for the Arizona Wildcats.
Caitlin Lowe
The head coach of the Arizona Wildcats softball team.
Emily Schepp
A former Arizona Wildcat who had a big game for the Arizona State Sun Devils, going 4-for-4 with two home runs.
What they’re saying
“We really like Rylie against this team. I still really like Riley—if she throws her stuff—against this team.”
— Caitlin Lowe, Head Coach, Arizona Wildcats
“It's just getting the right pitch and putting a good swing on it, keeping it simple, and not making the moment too big. And just doing what you can for the team.”
— Addison Duke
What’s next
The Wildcats will look to bounce back in the final two games of the series against the Sun Devils on Saturday at 6 p.m. MST and Sunday at 12 p.m. MST.
The takeaway
Arizona's pitching and defense struggled in the run-rule loss, raising concerns about the team's ability to compete with top opponents as they look to rebound in the final two games of the series against their in-state rival.
