Softball Recap: Foothills Christian Starts Season with Win on the Road

Foothills Christian had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They never let the Francis Parker Lancers get on the board and left with an 8-0 win on Tuesday. That's more bragging rights for the Knights, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.

Emma Romeka made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out 12 over seven innings pitched. That's the fewest hits she has allowed since back in April of 2024. She was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.

In other batting news, Foothills Christian let Gabby Wolford and Grace Steele run wild. Wolford scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in two of her five plate appearances, while Steele scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4. Kylie Mathistad was another key player, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.

Francis Parker now has a losing record of 1-2.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Foothills Christian will head out to square off against Tri-City Christian at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Francis Parker, they are taking a road trip to take on Santa Fe Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Santa Fe Christian's pitching crew has only allowed 3.6 runs per game this season, so Francis Parker's hitters will have their work cut out for them.