A swarm of bees turned a women’s lacrosse game at Sun Devil Lacrosse Stadium into an unexpected emergency stop Saturday morning, sending players, coaches and fans scrambling for safety. Multiple people were stung, and the matchup between Arizona State and Florida was postponed until Sunday.
According to FOX 10 Phoenix, the swarm interrupted the March 28 contest, and station video shows medics and stadium staff tending to those who had been stung. The outlet reports that game officials and both teams agreed to push the matchup to Sunday to allow time for treatment and to clear the field.
ASU Sun Devil Athletics lists the matchup as a March 28 home game at Sun Devil Lacrosse Stadium on the Tempe campus, confirming the contest location and Florida as the scheduled opponent.
The Florida Gators schedule also shows the trip to Tempe on March 28 as part of their 2026 slate. Local reporting indicates the schools plan to reconvene Sunday for the rescheduled showdown.
Why bee swarms can stop a game cold
Swarms are a normal spring behavior for honey bees and often kick in with warm weather and abundant blooms, which can send colonies out searching for a new home or landing site, according to state apiary guidance. Wisconsin DATCP and extension resources note that mid spring is the peak season for swarm activity in many parts of the United States.
Most stings cause localized pain and swelling, but severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, are possible and require immediate medical attention, per the Mayo Clinic. That risk is a big reason event staff and medical teams treat swarms as a safety issue and clear crowded outdoor venues when hives or aggressive swarms show up anywhere near the field of play.
Where fans can find reschedule updates
Ticketing, start-time and broadcast details for the rescheduled game are expected to be posted on the teams’ official channels and league pages, so fans should confirm updated information before heading to the stadium. For the latest on the matchup and any further changes, check the schedules at ASU Sun Devil Athletics and the Florida Gators.
