Softball Recap: Mission Hills Wins Going Away Against San Marcos

Mission Hills came out on top against San Marcos on Wednesday thanks in part to the team's impressive five-run third inning. The Grizzlies blew past the Knights 9-1. That looming 9-1 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Grizzlies yet this season.

Oloa Motas and Leah Llamas made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Motas pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Meanwhile, Llamas didn't allow a single earned run over four innings pitched. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up a single walk in six consecutive appearances. At bat, Motas went 2-for-3 with one home run and four RBI, while Llamas went 2-for-3 with one run and one RBI. That's the most RBI Motas has posted since back in April of 2024.

Kennedy Dimmick

Runs Batted In (Career)

04/30/25 @ San Marcos	4
03/05/24 vs San Marcos	3
05/17/24 @ Bonita Vista	2
04/06/24 @ Silverado	2
03/20/25 @ Valhalla	1

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kennedy Dimmick, who went 1-for-4 with one home run and four RBI. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Lillian Sengsouly, who went 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.

Mission Hills lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.

The victory was the third in a row for Mission Hills, bringing their record up to 11-8. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 6.7 runs over those games. As for San Marcos, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 12-10 record this season.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mission Hills will take on San Pasqual at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. The Grizzlies' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Golden Eagles have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season. As for San Marcos, they will face off against Poway at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Knights' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Titans have averaged an impressive 6.6 runs per game this season.