Softball Recap: Hamilton Picks Up Seventh Consecutive Victory

Broncs

Margin (Wins)

03/28/26 vs Columbia Falls	16
04/18/26 @ Butte Central Catholic	15
04/16/26 @ Stevensville	15
04/07/26 @ Ronan	15
04/10/26 @ Beaverhead County	10

Hamilton came tearing into Thursday's contest with six straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 5.5 runs), and they left with even more momentum. They put the hurt on the Stevensville Yellowjackets with a sharp 9-2 victory. The result was nothing new for the Broncs, who have now won nine games by six runs or more so far this season.

Mariah Johnson was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out 16 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off five hits (and only one walk). She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and two runs. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March.

In other batting news, Dawsyn Ekin was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one stolen base. That stolen base marked the first that she has snagged this season. Brooke Savage was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.

Hamilton's record is now 15-1. As for Stevensville, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-9 record this season.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Hamilton will venture away from home to take on Corvallis at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Stevensville, they will head out to face off against Frenchtown at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.