Arizona Softball Reaches Big 12 Championship with 6-3 Semifinal Win Over Iowa State

Arizona Softball advanced to the Big 12 Tournament Championship game with a 6-3 comeback victory over Iowa State in the semifinals, highlighted by Sydney Stewart's game-winning three-run home run in the bottom of the fifth inning. Despite trailing early, Arizona's offense rallied with key contributions from Stewart and Devyn Netz, the Big 12 Player of the Year, who also pitched five-plus innings allowing three runs and earning the win. The Wildcats' potent offense, which performed well in clutch situations, was crucial in overcoming deficits in consecutive games, including a prior 4-3 quarterfinal win against UCF. Stewart anchored an errorless defense and went 2-for-3 with three RBIs, while Netz contributed both offensively and on the mound, improving her season record to 22 wins. Arizona will face top-seeded Texas Tech in the championship game, scheduled for Saturday morning and broadcast live on ESPN. The win marks the 150th coaching victory for Caitlin Lowe, the Wildcats' head coach.