Softball Showdown: Stanford and Cal Break Records (and Probably Some Hearts)
Get ready for a stadium-sized softball spectacular that’ll make your sports-loving heart skip a beat!
In a jaw-dropping display of athletic prowess and fan enthusiasm, Stanford University transformed its massive football stadium into a softball battleground this weekend, shattering NCAA attendance records like they were nothing more than cheap pottery.
Field of Dreams (and Broken Records)
With a staggering 13,207 fans packing the stands, this game between Stanford and California wasn’t just a match - it was a cultural moment. The previous attendance record of 12,566 set during the Women’s College World Series? Completely obliterated.
More Than Just Numbers
Although Stanford ultimately lost 10-8 to their rivals, the real victory was in the electrifying atmosphere. Even former football quarterback Andrew Luck made an appearance, throwing out the ceremonial first pitch and adding a touch of star power to the event.
The game, dubbed “Big Swing,” took place while Stanford’s usual softball venue undergoes a jaw-dropping $50 million renovation. Talk about turning lemons into stadium-sized lemonade!
This isn’t just a sports story - it’s a testament to the Bay Area’s unquenchable passion for collegiate athletics and the power of community spirit. Who said softball can’t be a stadium-filling, record-breaking spectacle?
AUTHOR: kg
SOURCE: NBC Bay Area