Softball Recap: Moreno Valley Has No Trouble Against Perris

Vikings

Margin (Wins)

04/03/25 vs Perris	27
04/22/25 @ Perris	16
04/17/25 @ Rancho Christian	15
02/25/25 @ Norte Vista	15
03/12/25 @ Cathedral City	11

Moreno Valley got themselves on the board against Perris on Tuesday, but Perris never followed suit. They were the clear victors by a 16-0 margin over the Panthers. The result was nothing new for the Vikings, who have now won five games by 11 runs or more so far this season.

Julia Harris was a major factor no matter where she played. She didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out six over five innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with two runs.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Amera Collins, who went 3-for-4 with six RBI, two triples, and two runs. Those two triples gave her a new career-high. Sophia Miramontes was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three runs and one stolen base.

Moreno Valley kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least 15 hits in three consecutive matches.

Moreno Valley has been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-8 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 12.8 runs over those games. As for Perris, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-8 record this season.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Moreno Valley will square off against Rancho Verde at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Mustangs will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something the Vikings surely won't give up without a fight. As for Perris, they will challenge Citrus Hill at 3:15 p.m. on Thursday. The Hawks have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.53 runs per game on average), something the Panthers will no doubt try to take advantage of.