Rams Softball Team Dominates Doubleheader at Chaffey

The Victor Valley Rams softball team delivered a stunning performance in their doubleheader against Chaffey College on April 4, 2025, securing two crucial wins that knocked Chaffey out of first place. The Rams showcased their offensive prowess and solid pitching to claim victory in both games, demonstrating their determination and skill.

Game 1: Victor Valley 15, Chaffey 7

In the first game, the Rams came out swinging, scoring three runs in the first inning and never looking back. The offensive onslaught was led by standout performances from multiple players:

• M. Cuellar went 3-for-4 with three runs scored and an RBI, including a double.
• H. Merrill contributed with a 3-for-5 performance, scoring two runs and driving in one.
• H. Stanislaw was a force at the plate, going 3-for-5 with three runs scored and two RBIs, including a double.
• C. Bledsoe had a stellar game, going 3-for-4 with three RBIs and two runs scored, also hitting a double.
• A. Gonzalez added two hits, two RBIs, and a double to the Rams' tally.
• A. Arauz and M. Ortiz each chipped in with two RBIs, with Ortiz also hitting a double.

Pitcher M. Ortiz earned the win, pitching five innings and allowing seven runs (six earned) on ten hits, with three walks and four strikeouts.

The Rams' aggressive base running and timely hitting kept the pressure on Chaffey throughout the game, resulting in a decisive 15-7 victory.

Game 2: Victor Valley 4, Chaffey 3

The second game of the doubleheader was a nail-biter, with the Rams edging out Chaffey in extra innings. Victor Valley struck early, scoring two runs in the first inning:

• H. Stanislaw drove in two runs with a sacrifice fly and a double, going 1-for-3.
• B. Miller and C. Bledsoe each contributed an RBI, with Miller going 1-for-3 and Bledsoe 1-for-4.

Pitcher A. Zaldivar was outstanding, pitching all eight innings and allowing three runs on eight hits, with two walks and one strikeout. Zaldivar's resilience on the mound kept the Rams in the game, and their defense held strong to secure the win.

The Rams' victory in the second game was sealed in the eighth inning when C. Bledsoe singled to drive in the winning run, giving Victor Valley a 4-3 triumph.

Conclusion

With these impressive wins, the Victor Valley Rams not only knocked Chaffey College out of first place but also demonstrated their potential to dominate the league. The team's combination of powerful hitting, strategic base running, and solid pitching will be key as they continue their quest for the championship. Go Rams! 

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