Softball Recap: Simi Valley Comes Up Short

Simi Valley and Vista Murrieta squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Simi Valley had to settle for second. They lost 14-1 to the Broncos. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Pioneers have suffered since March 20th.

Simi Valley saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Brooklyn Gamez, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one RBI.

Simi Valley's defeat dropped their record down to 17-9-1. As for Vista Murrieta, they pushed their record up to 18-11 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home.

Simi Valley does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Vista Murrieta, they are taking a road trip to take on Santa Margarita at 3:15 p.m. on Saturday. The Eagles' pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so the Broncos' hitters will have their work cut out for them.