Softball Recap: Fullerton Victorious

Fullerton proved they can win big on Saturday (they won by seven) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 9-7 victory over the Brea Olinda Wildcats. The win continues a trend for the Indians in their matchups with the Wildcats: they've now won four in a row.

Katelynn Mathews

Base on Balls Against

03/12/26 vs Brea Olinda	1
03/07/26 vs Norco	2
03/06/26 vs O'Connor	2
02/28/26 vs Canyon	2
02/25/26 @ El Modena	2

Katelynn Mathews spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered five earned runs on six hits and racked up ten Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.

On the hitting side, Hayley Brock was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2025. Soleil Luna also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.

Fullerton was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .452. That was just more of the same: they've now posted a batting average of .333 or higher in three consecutive matchups.

Fullerton's victory bumped their record up to 10-1. As for Brea Olinda, they moved to 6-4 with that loss, which also ended their three-game winning streak.

Looking ahead, Fullerton will be playing at home against Los Altos at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Conquerors' pitching crew has only allowed 2.9 runs per game this season, so the Indians' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Brea Olinda, they will head out on the road to face off against El Dorado at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. The contest will give the Wildcats their first taste of in-conference action this season.