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Rain Delays Florida State vs. Stanford Softball Game
No official start time announced as teams wait out the storm in Palo Alto
Apr. 12, 2026 at 7:26am
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A rain delay forces the Florida State and Stanford softball teams to temporarily pause their highly anticipated matchup.Palo Alto TodayA heavy rainstorm has forced a delay in the highly anticipated softball matchup between the Florida State Seminoles and Stanford Cardinal. The second game of their three-contest series, originally scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. ET and 7 p.m. PT, has been postponed with no new start time provided yet by either team.
Why it matters
Weather delays are common in outdoor sporting events, but can be frustrating for fans and impact the overall schedule. This delay will likely push back the start time, potentially affecting the rest of the series between the two teams.
The details
The rain began pouring in Palo Alto shortly before the scheduled start time, forcing the game into a delay. Both teams are currently waiting out the storm, with updates to be provided once an official start time is determined.
- The game was originally scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. ET and 7 p.m. PT.
The players
Florida State Seminoles
The softball team from Florida State University.
Stanford Cardinal
The softball team from Stanford University.
What they’re saying
“We are currently in a weather delay and won't start at 10 pm EST. We will give you updates as they become available.”
— Florida State Softball Account
What’s next
Once the rain stops, the teams will determine a new start time and resume the game.
The takeaway
Weather delays are an unavoidable part of outdoor sports, and this postponement will force the teams and fans to adjust their schedules accordingly. The teams will need to be flexible and communicate updates promptly to ensure the series can be completed as planned.
