Rams Softball Opens 2026 with a Strong 5–2 Win Over Santa Ana
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The Victor Valley College Softball team opened the 2026 season with an impressive 5–2 home victory over Santa Ana on Friday afternoon. Behind explosive mid‑game offense, disciplined base running, and a complete‑game effort in the circle, the Rams set an early tone for the new campaign.
Game Recap
Both teams traded scoreless frames through the first two innings before the Rams struck first in the third, pushing across one run to take a 1–0 lead.
Victor Valley seized full control in the fourth inning, erupting for four runs on four hits to extend the advantage to 5–2. The Rams' combination of timely hitting and aggressive baserunning created sustained pressure that broke the game open.
Stat Leaders
Offense
- Haylee Stanislawski powered the offense with a triple and 2 RBI, providing the biggest scoring swing of the afternoon.
- Samantha Conan added 1 hit and 1 RBI, helping fuel the four‑run fourth inning.
- Jade Whitman went a perfect 3-for-3, including two doubles, and scored twice while consistently sparking the lineup.
- Hope Merrill, Rylie Hunsaker, Haylee Stanislawski, Chloe Bledsoe, and Jade Whitman each stole a base, highlighting VVC's aggressive approach on the bases.
Pitching
- Samantha Conan delivered a strong season-opening performance, throwing a complete game (7.0 IP) and allowing just 2 earned runs while scattering 9 hits, striking out 3, and walking only 2.
Team Highlights
- Final Score: VVC 5 – Santa Ana 2
- Hits: 9
- RBI: 3 (Stanislawski 2, Conan 1)
- Extra-Base Hits: 2 doubles (Whitman), 1 triple (Stanislawski)
- Stolen Bases: 4
- Complete Game: Samantha Conan
Looking Ahead
With a strong win to open the season, the Rams head into their upcoming schedule with confidence and momentum. VVC's blend of disciplined pitching, timely hitting, and pressure‑oriented offense leaves them well positioned for success as the 2026 season progresses.
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