FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Chloe Barber had an all-time performance in the circle, leading Wichita State to a 3-1 win over No. 15 Arkansas Friday night, concluding a 2-0 day at the Razorback Invitational. The Shockers downed Illinois State, 7-5, earlier in the day behind a seven-run first inning.
Wichita State (5-2) now owns two wins over ranked foes to start the season, both SEC teams (South Carolina and Arkansas). The Shockers have five ranked wins dating back to last season.
It was the freshman Barber who stole the show in Fayetteville, tying the school record with 15 strikeouts.