After a disappointing, extra-inning loss to the Arizona State Sun Devils to kick off the Ducks' campaign at the Littlewood Classic, Oregon flew through the rest of its matchups at the Tempe-based tournament.
With hot bats and elite pitching, the Oregon softball team dominated its five remaining matchups to improve its record to 10-1 overall. The Ducks defeated North Dakota, Weber State, Utah Valley, Grand Canyon, and Belmont during their five-win stretch.
Oregon softball vs. North Dakota – W, 9-0 (5 innings)
The Ducks responded, rather loudly, to their first loss of the season with a 9-0 victory over the North Dakota Fighting Hawks – which resulted in a run-rule conclusion after five innings. Oregon finished with eight hits and just four strikeouts while allowing only one hit by the Hawks.
Oregon softball vs. Weber State – W, 9-1 (6 innings)
Oregon was back to action with hot bats as the Ducks defeated the Weber State Wildcats 9-1 in just six innings, once again run-ruling their opponents. Oregon's offense had 13 hits as the Ducks' bullpen allowed just two hits by the Wildcats.
Oregon softball vs. Utah Valley – W, 7-1
While the game didn't end early due to a run rule, the Ducks dominated the Utah Valley Wolverines in a 7-1 victory to improve to 3-1 on the weekend. Both Stefini Ma'ake and Dezianna Patmon homered to bring in a collective four runs on their own.
Oregon softball vs. Grand Canyon – W, 4-0
Oregon's offense slowed down slightly in the Ducks' final two games of the Littlewood Classic but it didn't stop them from winning in dominant fashion. Oregon's bullpen was elite as they toppled the Grand Canyon Antelopes 4-0 in the penultimate game of the tournament.
Oregon softball vs. Belmont – W, 4-1
Last but certainly not least, the Ducks dominated the Belmont Bruins in a 4-1 victory as Oregon's pitching staff was once again at their very best. The Ducks forced 13 strikeouts throughout the game as the offense hit two homers to secure the victory.
Oregon's season will continue at the Mary Nutter Collegiate Classic as the Ducks take on the Cal Golden Bears, Tennessee Volunteers, Utah Utes, San Diego State Aztecs, and Missouri Tigers over Feb. 20 (Friday) through 22 (Saturday).