"We all knew going into this we’re underdogs, being one of the last four teams in. We're playing with house money." A late four-game skid almost cost ASU a chance to play in a regional. They saw it as a wake-up call that manifested in a grind-out win over UC Irvine
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ASU edges UC Irvine in NCAA Tournament's Los Angeles Regional
Stellar pitching plays a significant role in the 4-2 victory