Softball Recap: Richland Wins Going Away Against Jackson

Bombers

Margin (Wins)

04/10/25 @ Pasco	22
04/10/25 @ Pasco	19
03/22/25 vs West Valley	15
04/19/25 @ Jackson	14
03/22/25 vs Eastmont	13

Richland lost to Jackson back in May of 2023, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Saturday. The Bombers blew past the Timberwolves 15-1. The Bombers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won nine matchups by seven runs or more this season.

Emmalee Mohr made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She tossed five innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in eight consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.

In other batting news, Sophia Sams and Julia Saueressig did most of the damage at the plate: Sams went 3-for-4 with two runs, two RBI, and one double, while Saueressig went 2-for-3 with three RBI and two runs. Those three RBI gave Saueressig a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Payton Chacon, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and one RBI.

Richland hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least five batters in nine consecutive contests.

Richland's win bumped their record up to 14-1. As for Jackson, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-8 record this season.

Richland will venture away from home to face off against Hermiston at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bulldogs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.07 runs per game on average), something the Bombers will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Jackson, they will host Issaquah at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.