In a stunning upset, Stanford's 18th-ranked women’s softball team defeated No. 1 Texas 9-5 at the Hillenbrand Invitational in Tucson, driven by senior Allie Clements' two home runs. The Cardinal's victory was secured with decisive plays in the sixth inning, where River Mahler's two-run single broke a tie, followed by Joie Economides' three-run homer. With this win, Stanford has now defeated a top-2 ranked team three times since last season. Alongside Clements' standout performance, sophomore pitcher Alyssa Houston delivered a career-high seven strikeouts in 6.1 innings of relief, contributing significantly to the team's success.
Clements blasted two home runs to help Stanford's women's softball team knock off No. 1-ranked Texas 9-5 in the Hillenbrand Invitational, marking a key victory.
The win means Stanford has now defeated a top-2 team in the country for the third time since last season, demonstrating impressive consistency and prowess.
Clements, who entered the tournament with three career home runs, doubled her output over three consecutive at-bats, showcasing her remarkable improvement and performance.
The Cardinal's victory was highlighted by a two-run single from River Mahler and a three-run homer from Joie Economides, sealing the game in the sixth inning.
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