Softball Recap: Highlands Gets the Win

Highlands's game on Wednesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They never let the Valley Vikings get on the board and left with a 20-0 victory. The result was nothing new for the Golden Rams, who have now won five matchups by seven runs or more so far this season.

Madison Gorney

Runs (Career)

04/25/25 @ Valley	3
04/09/25 vs Valley	2
03/28/25 @ Karns City	2
03/24/25 vs Penn Hills	2
03/18/25 vs Leechburg	2

Madison Gorney made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 11 over five innings pitched. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with three runs, two doubles, and two RBI. Those three runs gave her a new career-high.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Gabby Chambers, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, six RBI, and three runs. What's more, she posted two doubles, the most she's had since back in March. Another player making a difference was Makenzie George, who went 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.

Highlands kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 18 hits. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post 11 or more hits.

Highlands now has a winning record of 7-6. As for Valley, they are on an 11-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-10.

Coming up, Highlands will host Knoch at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. The Knights will roll in looking for their 13th straight win, something the Golden Rams surely won't give up without a fight. As for Valley, they are taking a road trip to challenge Greensburg Salem at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.