Alabama Freshman Pitcher Throws Perfect Game

Kaitlyn Pallozzi strikes out 6 in dominant performance against Elon

Published on Mar. 1, 2026

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Alabama freshman pitcher Kaitlyn Pallozzi threw the sixth perfect game in Alabama softball program history, striking out 6 batters in a 7-0 win over Elon at the Dugout Club Classic in Tallahassee, Florida. Fellow freshman Ana Roman provided the offensive firepower with a 3-run home run and 5 RBIs.

Why it matters

Perfect games are extremely rare in softball, with only a handful occurring in Alabama's storied program history. Pallozzi's dominant performance showcases the depth of Alabama's pitching staff and the promising future of the team with its talented freshmen leading the way.

The details

Pallozzi needed just 87 pitches to complete the perfect game, which was the first for Alabama since Montana Fouts in 2023. The Crimson Tide offense provided plenty of support, with 12 hits and 7 runs, including a 3-run home run by freshman Ana Roman in the 5th inning. However, Alabama struggled at times to capitalize on its baserunners due to mistakes on the basepaths and strong defensive plays by Elon.

  • The perfect game occurred on February 20, 2026.
  • The game was played at the Dugout Club Classic in Tallahassee, Florida.

The players

Kaitlyn Pallozzi

An Alabama freshman pitcher who threw the sixth perfect game in program history.

Ana Roman

An Alabama freshman who hit a 3-run home run and had 5 RBIs in the game.

Montana Fouts

The previous Alabama pitcher to throw a perfect game, which occurred in 2023.

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What’s next

Alabama will face its biggest test of the season later on Friday when it takes on No. 7 Florida State at approximately 4:30 p.m. CT.

The takeaway

Pallozzi's perfect game showcases the depth and talent of Alabama's pitching staff, with the freshman phenom joining an elite group of Crimson Tide hurlers to achieve the rare feat. This performance bodes well for Alabama's championship aspirations this season.