Arkansas Eyes Women's College World Series Berth Saturday
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Fayetteville — Arkansas freshman pitcher Saylor Timmerman returned to the circle after a 4-hour, 10-minute rain delay at Bogle Park on Friday and forced an inning-ending pop-up to strand Duke runners; Arkansas had won Game 1 and the Fayetteville Super Regional Game 2 was scheduled for Saturday at 4 p.m. on ESPN2.
Arkansas entered Saturday's matchup holding a 46-11 record while Duke was 43-16; if Arkansas wins Saturday it will clinch a trip to the Women's College World Series, but if Duke wins the teams will meet in a winner-take-all game on Sunday. Coaches Courtney Deifel and Marissa Young and broadcasters were set for the ESPN2 telecast.
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Timeline
- 1. Prior to the Super Regional: Duke advanced through regional play by winning elimination games last weekend.
- 2. Friday, 11:50 a.m.: Rain delay began at Bogle Park during the Fayetteville Super Regional.
- 3. Friday afternoon: The delay lasted approximately 4 hours and 10 minutes; Saylor Timmerman returned and recorded an inning-ending pop-up.
- 4. Friday: Arkansas secured a Game 1 win in the Fayetteville Super Regional.
- 5. Saturday at 4 p.m.: Game 2 was scheduled at Bogle Park on ESPN2; a Duke win would force a Sunday decider.
Why it matters
This game is a big deal for Arkansas and Duke fans. It's also a key moment for women's college sports. A win for Arkansas means a trip to the Women's College World Series. If you're a sports fan, tune in to ESPN2 at 4 p.m. on Saturday.
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