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Softball Showdown: Stanford and Cal Break Records (and Probably Some Hearts)

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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