Softball Recap: Livermore Snaps Four-Game Streak of Losses on the Road

Livermore had lost four games on the road, but after bumping their record up to 14-8 on Thursday that streak is in the rearview. Their pitchers stepped up to hand the Monte Vista Mustangs a 7-0 shutout. The Cowboys not only won on Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since April 10th (when they won 10-0).

Kaci Norton

Batters Struck Out

05/01/25 @ Monte Vista	7
04/18/25 @ Amador Valley	1
04/15/25 @ San Ramon Valley	2
04/12/25 vs Sheldon	2
04/11/25 vs Whitney	3
+ 4 more games

Kaci Norton tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out seven over 4.1 innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in April.

On the hitting side, Laine Macosky was excellent, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs and one stolen base. That stolen base marked the first that she has snagged this season. Another player making a difference was Kerigan Coates, who went 1-for-4 with one home run.

Livermore kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least ten hits in five consecutive matches.

As for Monte Vista, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last nine contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season. While getting shut out isn't ideal, they haven't been shut out since back in March.

On Monte Vista's side, Samantha Kaiman spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and three unearned) runs on 11 hits and racked up six Ks. Kaiman has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than one walk in eight consecutive appearances.

We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Livermore will challenge rival Dougherty Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in the Cowboys' favor as the team sits on five straight wins at home while the Wildcats have been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road. Meanwhile, Monte Vista is set to face off against their familiar foe Granada at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.