The Arizona Wildcats had a thrilling victory in the Pac-12 semifinals on Saturday night, advancing to the championship game after a walk-off single by freshman outfielder Katiyana Romero. The Wildcats had been trailing 4-3 in the bottom of the ninth inning, but Romero’s clutch hit drove in the winning run and sent the team to the title game.
Romero, who had been struggling at the plate all night, came through in the clutch with a single to left field. The hit scored freshman catcher Alyssa Palomino from second base, giving the Wildcats the 5-4 victory.
The Wildcats had been in a tight battle all night, with the score tied at 3-3 heading into the ninth inning. The team had been unable to get any runs across until Romero’s heroics in the bottom of the ninth.
The victory was especially sweet for Romero, who had been struggling at the plate all season. She had been in a slump for much of the year, but her timely hit was a reminder of her potential.
The Wildcats will now face off against the Oregon Ducks in the Pac-12 championship game. The Ducks have been one of the top teams in the conference all year, and they will be a tough opponent for the Wildcats.
Regardless of the outcome of the championship game, Romero’s walk-off single will be remembered as one of the most exciting moments in Arizona Wildcats history. Her timely hit has given her team a chance to compete for a Pac-12 title, and it will be a moment that Wildcats fans will never forget.
