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

Canyon had lost four games on the road, but after bumping their record up to 10-10 on Thursday that streak is in the rearview. They walked away with a 7-2 win over the Golden Valley Grizzlies. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 13-0 back in March.

Jessica Carr

Batters Struck Out

04/24/25 @ Golden Valley	6
04/21/25 @ Hart	11
04/17/25 vs West Ranch	8
04/15/25 vs Saugus	5
04/05/25 vs Kennedy	9
+ 6 more games

Jessica Carr spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on seven hits and racked up six Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 11 consecutive appearances.

At the plate, Karina Montero was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and one RBI. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in February. Brooke Phillips was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one run and one RBI.

Canyon hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Golden Valley struck out six times.

As for Golden Valley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last ten contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-15 record this season. They just can't catch a break and have now endured eight losses in a row.

On Golden Valley's side, Rohan Elhamamsy was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-3 with one home run and two runs. That home run marked the first that Elhamamsy has launched this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Ilana Watson, who went 1-for-3 with one double and one RBI.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Canyon will host Westlake at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Cowboys' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Warriors have averaged an impressive 7.2 runs per game this season. As for Golden Valley, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Saugus at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. The Centurions will roll in looking for their 12th straight victory, something the Grizzlies surely won't give up without a fight.