Softball Recap: Westview wins going away against Escondido

By Team Reports Apr 17, 2024, 2:20am

Softball Recap: Westview Wolverines vs. Escondido Cougars

Westview scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the Escondido Cougars with a sharp 17-1 victory. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for Westview considering their two-run performance the game before.

Hayden Songco made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Songco was even better at the plate, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.

In other pitching news, Kyra Olsen looked comfortable as she didn't allow a single hit, only one earned run over four innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive pitching appearances.

Back at the plate, Westview got a massive performance out of Lynn Azuma, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple. The team also got some help courtesy of Sarah Deng, who scored two runs while going 4-for-4.

Westview is on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 10-7 record this season. As for Escondido, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-13.

Westview will head out on the road to face off against Valley Center at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. Westview is facing Valley Center at the right time seeing as Valley Center is stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Escondido, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Fallbrook at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.

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