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March 10, 2010
Guachos edge out Hawks
Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College was defeated 1-0 by second place Saddleback College yesterday in an Orange Empire Conference game.
Both teams were held to no runs through 5 innings of work, but in the sixth inning, Saddleback was able to push one run across which would prove to be enough to seal the victory.
Kayla Nash pitched 6 innings for the Hawks giving up 1 run on 8 hits. Annalisa Villar came into the circle in the seventh inning and was able to work out of a bases loaded jam.
Next Up: The Hawks travel to Golden West College on Friday, March 12th for a 6:00 PM Orange Empire Conference Game.
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Courtney Aden stole home against Grossmont. |
March 8, 2010
SCC Drops Non-Conference Game
Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College lost a non conference game to visiting Grossmont College today, 5-3.
Grossmont got the early lead in the first inning off a homerun from Angela Lovelady. The put up another run in the fifth and a third run in the sixth inning before Santiago Canyon answered back by tying the game at 3-3. Heather Hunt led off the inning with a double and Ashley Flatten followed with a single. Chelsea Navarrete picked up an RBI with a single to left field. Brandice Cutspec moved the runners to second and third with a sacrifice bunt. Courtney Aden hit a ground ball to the short stop who tried to throw out Flatten at the plate, but after a long rundown, Flatten was able to score. At the end of the play, Courtney Aden caught the defense sleeping and stole home, tying the game at 3-3.
Grossmont was able to hold the Hawks to 3 runs in the sixth, and then came up in the top of the seventh with a 2 run homerun to seal the deal 5-3.
Next Up: Santiago Canyon returns to Orange Empire Conference play on Wednesday. The Hawks will host Saddleback College, with the first pitch scheduled for 3:00 PM.
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Kayla Nash gave up 2 hits through the first 5 innings. |
March 5, 2010
Hawks Lose to Chargers
Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College lost an Orange Empire Conference game to visiting Cypress College, 2-0.
The game was a pitcher’s dual through the 5th inning with SCC pitcher Kayla Nash only giving up 2 hits through 5 innings and Cypress pitcher Alyssa Freight throwing a no hitter through 5 innings. The sixth inning opened things up for the Chargers who lead off the inning with a home run, followed by a double. The second run would eventually score on a sacrifice fly before the Hawks could get out of the inning.
Jessica Brillantes was able to break up the no hitter in the sixth inning, but the Hawks could not push a run across.
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Jessica Brillantes went 4 for 4 in the loss to Riverside. |
March 3, 2010
Hawks Drop Game to Riverside
Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College lost its 6th one run game of the season with a 1-0 loss to visiting Riverside City College.
Riverside scored its one run of the game in the 4th inning on a one out single, followed by an RBI double. Pitcher Kayla Nash gave up only 5 hits through 7 innings of play.
SCC looked to challenge in 5 of the 7 innings, leaving runners in scoring position without being able to capitalize. The Hawks collected 10 hits on the day and were lead by Jessica Brillantes going 4-for-4, Chelsea Navarrete going 3-for-3 with a double, and Heather Hunt going 2-for-4.
Next Up: SCC starts its second round of conference of Friday, hosting the first place Cypress Chargers. The first pitch is scheduled for 2:00 PM.
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March 1, 2010
SCC Lose by One Run
Long Beach, CA - The Santiago Canyon College Hawks lost their 6th one run ball game on the road yesterday in a non conference matchup with Long Beach City College.
Long Beach scored 4 runs on six hits throughout the first 5 innings while Santiago Canyon stranded 9 runners, twice having bases loaded without any production. The Hawks finally got on the board in the top of the seventh inning when Jessica Brillantes reached first on an error by the second baseman. Heather Hunt followed it up with an infield base hit. The runners advanced to second and third on a groundball from Brandice Cutspec. Lauren Villareal came in to pinch hit for the Hawks and was able to force an error on a groundball to the second baseman that brought in 2 runs. SCC was an inch away from tying the game when Ashley Flatten hit what looked like it was going to be a homerun. The ball hit just below the top of the fence, nearly missing the 2 run homer, but scoring Villareal to put the game at 4-3. Long Beach brought in a new pitcher who was able to get a ground ball out to end the Hawks threat and seal the victory for Long Beach.
Next Up: The Hawks return to Orange Empire Conference play on Wednesday hosting Riverside City College at 3:00 PM.
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Michelle Carels scored the only run of the game. |
February 26, 2010
Hawks Victorious at Home
Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon College defeated visiting Orange Coast College on Friday, 1-0 in an Orange Empire Conference matchup.
Santiago Canyon scored its lone run in the fourth inning when Michelle Carels lead off the inning with a basehit. Carels stole second base, and eventually scored on a base hit off the bat of Ashley Flatten.
Orange Coast looked to threaten in the seventh inning when they lead off the inning with a walk. The batter then stole second base and advanced to third on a base hit, where short stop, Courtney Aden, made a great diving play up the middle to keep the ball from reaching the outfield. With one out and runners on second and third, Kayla Nash was able to shut down the Pirates offense, getting a strikeout for the second out of the inning and a pop up to third baseman Chelsea Navarrete to end the game.
Next Up: SCC travels to Long Beach City College for a non conference game on Monday, March 1st. First pitch is scheduled for 3:00 PM.
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February 25, 2010
Hawks Lose to Chargers
Cypress, CA - Santiago Canyon College lost an Orange Empire Conference game to Cypress on Thursday 4-0.
Cypress scored all 4 of their runs in the first inning of the game off 3 singles, 1 double and two hit batters. Kayla Nash was able to shut the Chargers offense down after the first inning only giving up 1 other hit in the 3rd inning allowing Cypress only 5 hits on the day.
5 hits was all that Cypress needed as the Hawks could not get much offense generated. Heather Hunt, Chelsea Navarrete, and Cara Methven were the only SCC players to walk away with a hit on the day.
Up Next: Santiago Canyon returns to their home field to take on Orange Coast College on Friday, February 26th. The first pitch is scheduled for 2:00 PM.
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February 24, 2010
Hawks Lose to District Rival
Santa Ana, CA - The Hawks dropped an Orange Empire Conference game by committing 8 errors, losing to Santa Ana College 10-3.
Kayla Nash took the loss for SCC while pitching 4 and 1/3 innings, only giving up 3 hits to the Dons. The Hawks defense gave Santa Ana all of its scoring opportunities, as all 10 runs by the Dons were unearned. Annalisa Villar came into the pitching circle in relief, pitching 1 and 2/3 innings only giving up 1 hit.
Next Up: The Hawks will travel to Cypress College on Thursday, Febrary 25th, to make up a previously rained out Orange Empire Conference game. First pitch is scheduled for 3:00.
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February 22, 2010
Hawks Lose at Saddleback
Mission Viejo, CA - The Hawks lost to Saddleback 4-3 while on the road Monday.
Saddleback jumped out first with a run in the bottom of the first inning, which was answered in the top of the 3rd by SCC on an RBI base hit from Brandice Cutspec. The Gauchos came back with one unearned run in the bottom half of the inning when a batter reached on an error.
The game was all tied up at 3-3 after the fourth inning when the Hawks posted 2 runs in the top half of the inning and Saddleback posted 1 run in their half on a solo homerun.
The final run would come in the fifth inning when Saddleback was able to push one run across on an error that would have had SCC out of the inning safely.
Next Up: SCC travels to district rival Santa Ana College on Wednesday for a 3:00 Orange Empire Conference game.
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February 18, 2010
Hawks Win Home Conference Opener
Orange, CA - Santiago Canyon came out victorious in an 8 inning battle against visiting Fullerton College, beating the Hornets 4-3.
- Santiago Canyon came out victorious in an 8 inning battle against visiting Fullerton College, beating the Hornets 4-3.
Fullerton got on the board first in the second inning after a single by Jackie Munoz who then advanced to second on an error. She went onto score on a base hit by Jackie Taylor. The Hawks tied the game up in the third inning when Cara Methven drove in Emily Pulaski.
SCC took the lead in the fifth inning when Brandice Cutspec singled with two outs. Chelsea Navarrete followed up her single with a 2 run homerun over the right centerfield fence.
The Hawks looked to have the game sealed up with two outs in the seventh inning. However, 4 consecutive 2 out base hits brought Fullerton back into the game tying it 3-3.
Fullerton threatened in the top of the eighth inning with a leadoff base hit to left field. She was moved to second on a sacrifice bunt and then advanced to third on a base hit. With runners on first and third and one out, Pitcher Kayla Nash struck out the batter giving the Hawks two outs. A line drive to Shortstop Courtney Aden got SCC safely out of the inning.
In the bottom of the eighth inning, Ashley Flatten led off with a base hit to left field. Courtney Aden sacrificed her over to second base, and Heather Hunt moved her to third with a ground ball to the right side. It was Lauren Villareal who finished off the game. With a 2-2 count, she drove the ball into right field giving the Hawks their first conference win.
Next up: Santiago Canyon will travel to Saddleback College on Monday for a 3:00 Orange Empire Conference game.
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February 17, 2010
SCC Drops First Conference Game
Huntington Beach, CA - Santiago Canyon College lost a tough game on Wednesday losing to Golden West 5-4, after leading by a run going into the bottom of the seventh inning.
The Hawks put up 2 runs in the top of the first inning off consecutive singles by Jessica Brillantes and Brandice Cutspec. Ashley Flatten came up with a two out double to score both Brillantes and Cutspec. Golden West answered in their half of the inning, scoring 2 runs. The led off the inning with a bunt for a base hit, followed by a single up the middle. An error advanced both runners to third and a passed ball scored their first run. Their second run came on a fielding error.
The game was back and forth from there, with Golden West putting up another run in the second and Santiago Canyon posting their third run in the third inning. In the sixth inning, the Hawks were able to push across the go ahead run with a leadoff single by Flatten. Aden sacrificed her over to second base and Emily Pulaski drove her in.
Golden West made a comeback in the bottom of the seventh with a leadoff single on a slow roller to second base followed by a bloop fly ball that dropped into shallow right center. A fielding error allowed them to load the bases with no outs. The Rustlers went on to score the tying run on a sacrifice fly and the winning run on a fielding error.
Up Next: The Hawks will host their first home conference game today facing visiting Fullerton College. The first pitch is scheduled for 3:00 p.m.
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Chelsea Navarrete got her first win for the Hawks. |
February 15, 2010
SCC sweeps Double Header
San Jacinto, CA - Santiago Canyon College walked away with 2 wins after a double header at Mt. San Jacinto College on Monday.
In the first game, the Hawks defeated Mt. San Jacinto 10-0 with a commanding pitching performance by Kayla Nash. Nash nearly missed a perfect game, only allowing 1 hit during the 5 inning game and facing the minimum number of batters at 15 when the Hawks finished the game with a 1-6-3 double play. The Hawks were led offensively by Chelsea Navarette who went 3-for-3 with 2 singles, a triple, and 2 RBI.
In the second game, Chelsea Navarette got her first win of the season pitching a complete game shut out while defeating Mt. San Jacinto 9-0. The Hawks scored 9 runs on 8 hits with Brandice Cutspec and Michelle Carels leading the way. Cutspec went 2-for-4 on the day with a double and an RBI, while Carels went 2-for-2 on the day with an RBI.
Next for the Hawks: The Hawks will open up Orange Empire Conference play with a 3:00 game at Golden West College.
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Heather Hunt led the Hawks in the College of the Sequoias Tournament. |
February 13, 2010
Hawks go 1-3 against 3 top ranked teams
Visalia, CA - The Hawks returned from a road trip at College of the Sequoias going 1-3 against 3 top ranked teams in the state.
SCC opened play losing to College of the Sequoias 3-2. The hawks scored 2 runs on 4 hits and nearly tied the game up in the seventh inning, but left a runner stranded on third with an infield pop up. SCC was lead by Heather Hunt who went 2-for-3 with a double.
In the second game of the day the Hawks faced top ranked Sierra College. The hawks out hit visiting Sierra, collecting 7 hits over 6 innings. It would not prove to be enough however, as Sierra took advantage of 2 errors and 7 BB’s to take the game 9-0. The Hawks were again lead by Heather Hunt who went 2-for-3.
On Saturday, the Hawks started off the day with a commanding win over West Hills College. The Hawks scored 8 runs while collecting 14 hits. Kayla Nash nearly missed hitting for the cycle collecting a single, a triple, and a homerun in the 8-1 win over West Hills. Nash also received the win for the Hawks in the pitching circle.
In the last game of the weekend, the Hawks took an early lead against a high ranked San Joaquin Delta College putting up 2 runs in the first inning. Heather Hunt doubled to left field, then moved to third on a base hit by Brandice Cutspec. On a blown squeeze play, Hunt was still able to score when Delta’s third baseman over threw the ball to home. Cutspec went on to score the second run of the inning on a single off the bat of Ashley Flatten. The Hawks went on to put up one more run in the fourth inning off three consecutive singles by Courtney Aden, Emily Pulaski, and Michelle Carels. The runs would not prove to be enough as Delta took advantage of 12 walks and 4 defensive errors after the 4th inning, giving them 12 runs and the victory.
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Kayla Nash had pitched both games for the Hawks. |
February 4, 2010
Hawks Sweep Double Header
Chula Vista, CA - The Hawks swept a double header, 5-1 and 11-2 yesterday at Southwestern College in Chula Vista.
In the 1:00 game, SCC jumped out to an early lead in the top half of the first inning when Jessica Brillantes singled on a bunt. She went on to steal second base, was moved to third on a ground ball from Brandice Cutspec and scored on an illegal pitch. SCC would continue to put pressure on Southwestern throughout the game scoring in 5 different innings. The Hawks were lead by Chelsea Navarette who went 3-for-4 with 2 doubles and an RBI. Kayla Nash went all 7 innings for SCC getting her second win of the season.
In the 3:00 game, SCC jumped ahead early once again, posting a commanding 4 runs in the top of the first inning. Cara Methven lead off the game with a base hit to center field. Jessica Brillantes followed it up with a sacrifice bunt and reached second base safely on a throwing error by the third baseman, Methven came all the way around to score on the play. Brandice Cutspec was hit by pitch, then Ashley Flatten singled to right field. Brillantes went onto score on a passed ball from third base. Chelsea Navarette had an RBI ground out to the second baseman, scoring Cutspec.
In the third inning, the Hawks posted another 3 runs off a leadoff homerun by Kayla Nash. Navarette and Aden followed with consecutive singles and scored on RBI’s from Heather Hunt and Cara Methven. SCC posted their final 3 runs in the 5th inning which would prove to be enough for their first run rule game of the season.
The Hawks collected 12 hits in the five innings and were lead by Cara Methven who went 3-for-4 on the day with 2 RBI and 2 stolen bases. Kayla Nash picked up the win pitching 4 innings.
Next Up: SCC will travel to LA Mission College on Saturday, February 6th for a double header vs. LA Mission at 10:00 and Pasadena City College at 12:00.
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Cara Methven had the only RBI for the Hawks. |
February 1, 2010
Hawks Lose on the Road
Norwalk, CA - The Hawks were defeated 12-1 by the hot bats of Cerritos College on Monday, February 1.
Cerritos College took an early lead with Samantha Vaaulu’s 2 run home run in the first inning. SCC looked to answer back in the top of the second when they loaded the bases with three consecutive base hits from Chelsea Navarette, Jessica Brillantes, and Courtney Aden. With no outs Heather Hunt hit a ground ball to the second baseman who threw home and on a controversial call, pinch runner Michelle Carels was called out at the plate. SCC was only able to put up 1 run that inning off an RBI single from Cara Methven.
It was the third inning that opened the door for Cerritos to take a commanding lead. With a 6 hit inning, including a grand slam off the bat of Gabby Villarreal, Cerritos sealed the win.
SCC collected 8 hits on the day, stranding 8 runners on base. Kayla Nash took the loss for the Hawks.
Next Up: SCC will travel to Chula Vista on Wednesday February 3rd, to take on Southwestern College in a double header. Games are scheduled for 1:00 and 3:00.
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Ashley Flatten led the team with 3 hits on the day.
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January 30, 2010
Hawks Drop Two Games to College of the Canyons
Santa Clarita, CA - The Hawks dropped two games while on the road on Saturday losing to College of the Canyons 2-1 in the first game and 10-3 in the second game.
In the 1:00 game, the Canyons and SCC battled for 4 scoreless innings before the Hawks posted 1 run in the top half of the 5th inning. Kayla Nash lead off with a walk, Chelsea Navarette followed with a sacrifice bunt where the throw was dropped by the first baseman, bringing Nash all the way to third where she would later score on an error by the third baseman. Canyons went on to score two runs giving them the final lead of the game in their half of the 5th inning. With two outs, SCC gave up a single followed by a double, with a throwing error, the second run would come around to score giving Canyons all the runs they would need to seal the victory.
In the 3:00 game, it was Canyons that jumped out to an early lead with 3 runs in the bottom of the second inning. SCC put up 2 runs in the top of the third with a single from Heather Hunt and a double from Ashley Flatten and another run in the 5th off an RBI from Chelsea Navarette to tie the game. Canyons rallied back to score 4 runs in their half of the 5th inning and another 3 runs in the 6th to take the game 10-3.
The Hawks were lead by Ashley Flatten on the day who had 3 hits, a double and 2 RBI on the day.
Next up for the Hawks: SCC will travel to Norwalk to take on Cerritos College on Monday, February 1. First pitch is scheduled for 3:00.
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Brandice Cutspec went 3-for-3 with 3 RBI. |
January 29, 2010
Hawks Drop Home Opener
Orange, CA -The Santiago Canyon College Hawks lost 7-5 in a non conference game to visiting Palomar College.
Palomar took a 4-0 lead in the top of the second inning. The Hawks responded by putting up one run in the bottom half of the inning. Then, in the bottom of the 3rd inning, SCC was able to tie the game after three consecutive singles by Cara Methven, Lauren Villareal, and Courtney Aden. Methven went onto score on an error by the first baseman, and Brandice Cutspec drove in the other two runs in the inning with a single up the middle.
Palomar put up 2 more runs in the top of the 4th inning and another unearned run in the 5th. The Hawks attempted to rally back with runners in scoring position, but could only push across one more run ending the game at a final score of 7-5.
Brandice Cutspec lead the Hawks offensively going 3-for-3, with 3 RBI. Pitcher Kayla Nash took the loss bringing her record to 1-1 on the year.
Next Up: The Hawks hit the road for a double header at College of the Canyons on Saturday, January 30th. Game times are scheduled for 1:00 and 3:00.
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January 27, 2010
Hawks Win Season Opener on the Road
San Diego, CA - The Hawks opened up their season with a 12-4 victory while on the road at San Diego City College. In a non-conference matchup, SCC tallied a total of 12 hits with a total team effort where 8 different team members collected hits.
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The Hawks were led by Kayla Nash who collected 2 hits and 2 RBI’s along with Courtney Aden who also added 2 RBI’s. In an explosive first inning, the hawks scored 5 runs to put themselves in the lead. San Diego could not answer back after collecting only 4 runs on 4 hits off of winning pitcher Kayla Nash.
Next up for the Hawks: The Hawks will open up at home on Friday, January 30th at 2:00 vs. Palomar College.
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September 10, 2009
Softball Team to Join Race For The Cure
Newport Beach, CA - On Sunday, September 27, the Santiago Canyon College (SCC) Softball team will be participating in the 2009 Susan G. Komen Orange County Race for the Cure that will be held near Fashion Island in Newport Beach. The Hawks will be taking part in the 5K Run/Walk starting at 9:45 a.m.
If you are interesting in joining the SCC race team or would like to help fundraise, please visit the team's web page on the Susan G. Komen, Orange County web site.
If you have any questions or would like more information, contact head coach Lisa Field by calling (714) 628-4992 or sending an email.
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Freshman shortstop Chloe Valenzuela was
named to the NFCA All-American Team for her
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May 19, 2009
Shortstop Valenzuela Earns Softball Honors
Orange, CA- Santiago Canyon College (SCC) freshman shortstop Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) has been named to the National Fastpitch Coaches Association 2009 All-American Team for her play this season. Valenzuela was also named to the All-Southern California Team and First-Team All-Orange Empire Conference.
Valenzuela finished the season with an overall batting average of .414 while pounding out 46 hits and 21 RBI. She finished with seven doubles and 13 stolen bases, all while striking out only three times.
Valenzuela also finished with the seventh highest batting average in the Orange Empire Conference, hitting .394 in 21 games. She had 26 hits in conference play and finished with 10 RBI while leading the conference with nine stolen bases.
"Chloe is the type of athlete that has the ability to be a game changer," said SCC Head Coach Lisa Field. "She can hit, steal bases, has a strong arm and is a leader amongst her teammates."
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Freshman Jessie Betian celebrates with
teammates after hitting a two-run home run in
the 7th inning during SCC's victory over Santa
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April 22, 2009
Hawks Score Four Runs in Final Inning
to Grab Victory from Santa Ana
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team finished its final conference game in dramatic fashion Wednesday afternoon in a 5-4 come-from-behind victory over visiting Santa Ana College in an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game at the SCC Softball Field.
The Hawks (18-19, 7-14 OEC) trailed 4-1 heading into the bottom of the 7th inning and had been struggling at the plate up until that point. Things quickly changed as sophomore Rhiannon Ousley (Canyon HS) doubled to center field with one out to start the rally. Freshman pinch-hitter Jessie Betian (Villa Park HS) stepped to the plate moments later and homered over the fence in left field to make the score 4-3.
After singles by freshmen Jessica Brillantes (Loara HS) and Cara Methven (Corona HS), freshman Heather Hunt (Pacifica HS) reached on an error that scored Brillantes from second base to tie the game at 5-5. With Methven on third base, shortstop Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) singled up the middle to give SCC the 5-4 comeback victory.
Ousley and Brillantes each finished with two hits to lead the Hawks, while Valenzuela went 1-for-4 with an RBI and Betian 1-for-1 with a home run and two RBI. Daiseree Williams went 1-for-2 with two RBI to lead the Dons (13-25-1, 5-16 OEC).
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SCC center fielder Heather Hunt
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April 15, 2009
Hawks Topped by Golden West
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team lost to visiting Golden West College 6-5 Wednesday afternoon in an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game at the SCC Softball Field.
The Rustlers (17-20, 6-12 OEC) took a 3-0 lead in the top of the second inning as outfielder Caitlin Sciacca homered with two runners on. The Hawks (15-18, 5-13 OEC) cut the lead to 3-1 in the bottom of the second on an RBI double by sophomoe Rhiannon Ousley (Canyon HS) that scored freshman Ashley Flatten (Pacifica HS) from first base.
Golden West took a 6-1 lead into the bottom of the fifth inning when Ousley singled to drive in her second run of the day and make the score 6-2. SCC added two more runs in the bottom of the sixth inning on an RBI single by freshman Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) and and RBI walk by sophomore Erica Zamora (Loara HS) to pull within 6-4.
Freshman Heather Hunt (Pacifica HS) singled in the bottom of the seventh inning to score freshman Courtney Aden (Pacifica HS) who had earlier reached on an error to make it 6-5. The Hawks were unable to complete the comeback as they dropped their third consecutive conference contest.
Ousley led SCC on offense as she went 2-for-4 with two RBI, while Hunt and Valenzuela each finsihed 2-for-5 with an RBI. Lauren Beard finished with three hits for Golden West.
Next: The Hawks will travel to take on Orange Coast College on Friday, Apr. 17 at the OCC Softball Field. The first pitch is schedule for 2 p.m.
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Freshman Chloe Valenzuela slides into third
base during SCC's game against Saddleback
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April 9, 2009
SCC Falls to Saddleback
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team dropped an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game to visiting Saddleback College 7-4 Thursday afteroon at the SCC Softball Field.
The Gauchos (24-9, 11-6 OEC) took advantage of early errors by the Hawks (15-17, 5-12 OEC) to take a 4-0 lead in the top of the first inning. SCC was able to put a run on the board in the bottom of the first on an RBI flyout by sophomore Courtney Nejman (Canyon HS). Saddleback added two more runs in the top of the second inning to go ahead 6-1.
The Hawks later made some noise in the bottom of the third inning as freshman Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) tripled off the center field wall to score freshman Jessica Brillantes (Loara HS). Sophomore Courtney Nejman (Canyon HS) doubled off the wall moments later to score Valenzuela and cut the lead to 6-3.
Each team later added one run in the seventh inning to complete the scoring for the 7-4 final. Valenzuela led SCC offensively as she finished 3-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored. Nejman went 1-for-3 with two RBI, while Brillantes finished 1-for-3 with two runs scored.
Starr White went 3-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored to lead the Gauchos, while Kelly Bosshart finished 2-for-3 with two runs scored.
Next: The Hawks host Golden West College next Wednesday, Apr. 15 in an Orange Empire Conference game at the SCC Softball Field. Game time is scheduled for 3 p.m.
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April 8, 2009
Hawks Drop Game to Cypress
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team lost to visiting Cypress College 9-1 in six innings in an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game Wednesday afteroon at the SCC Softball Field.
After the Chargers (36-5, 17-1 OEC) took a 1-0 lead in the first inning, the Hawks (15-16, 5-11 OEC) tied the game in the bottom of the third inning. Freshman shortstop Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) singled to left field to score fellow freshman Jessica Brillantes (Loara HS) from second base.
Cypress went on to add eight runs in the later innings to earn the six inning victory led by Vanessa Alvarado who went 3-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored.
Brillantes and freshman Cara Methven each finished with a hit for the Hawks, who will face Saddleback College tomorrow in a conference game on the SCC Softball Field. Game time is set for 3 p.m.
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Sophomore pitcher Erica Zamora allowed only
two hits in a 6-0 shutout victory over Santa Ana
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April 6, 2009
Zamora Leads SCC in Shutout over Santa Ana
Orange, CA- Sophomore pitcher Erica Zamora (Loara HS) gave up only two hits to lead the Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team to a 6-0 shutout victory over visiting Santa Ana College Monday afteroon in an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game at the SCC Softball Field.
Zamora finished with seven stikeouts as the Hawks improved to 15-15 overall and 5-10 in conference play. Sophomore Courtney Nejman (Canyon HS) led SCC offensively as she went 3-for-3 with an RBI and two runs scored.
Freshman right fielder Jessica Brillantes (Loara HS) went 2-for-3 with an RBI, while freshmen Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) and Ashley Flatten (Pacifica HS) each finished 1-for-3 with two RBI.
Alicia Remigio and Daiseree Williams each finished with one hit to lead the Dons (11-20-1, 3-13 OEC).
Next: The Hawks will host Cypress College in a conference game on Wednesday, Apr. 8 at the SCC Softball Field. Game time is set for 3 p.m. |
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Freshman Lauren Villareal is called safe at
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March 31, 2009
Nejman Leads SCC to Victory over Moorpark
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team defeated visiting Moorpark College in a non-conference game 9-1 in six innings Tuesday afternoon at the SCC Softball Field.
Sophomore Courtney Nejman (Canyon HS) led the Hawks (12-14) as she finished 2-for-3 with three RBI and a walk. With the score tied at 1-1 in the bottom of the fifth inning, Nejman hit the first home run in the history of the SCC Softball Complex with a runner on first base to give the Hawks a 3-1 lead. Nejman earlier singled in the third inning to drive in SCC's first run.
The Hawks added four more runs in the fifth inning and two in the sixth to earn the six inning victory. Freshman Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) went 4-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored for SCC, while sophomore pitcher Erica Zamora (Loara HS) finished 1-for-3 with two RBI.
Zamora allowed only four hits while striking out four batters to pick up the victory and improve her record to 6-4. Catcher Taylor Neumann went 2-for-3 with an RBI to lead the Raiders (20-9).
Next: The Hawks travel to take on Riverside City College on Wednesday, Apr. 1 in an Orange Empire Conference game on the RCC Softball Field. Game time is set for 3 p.m.
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Freshman Courtney Aden (left) playing first base
during SCC's shutout victory over visiting Orange
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March 25, 2009
Hawks Earn Third Conference Victory
with 12-0 Shutout against Orange Coast
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team blanked visiting Orange Coast College 12-0 in five innings Wednesday afternoon in an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game on the SCC Softball Field.
The Hawks (9-13, 3-9 OEC) jumped out to an early 3-0 lead after the first inning and added seven more runs in the second to take a commanding 10-0 lead. SCC later added two runs in the bottom of the third inning to complete the scoring.
Freshman Cara Methven (Corona HS) led SCC with three hits, while freshman Lauren Villareal (Cypress HS) went 2-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored. Freshman pitcher Ashley Flatten (Pacifica HS) went 1-for-1 at the plate with two RBI and two runs scored, while sophomore Erica Zamora (Loara HS) and freshman Sam Erickson each went 1-for-3 with two RBI.
Flatten improved her record to 4-9 in the victory while recording four strikeouts and zero walks in five innings of work. Kiele Brown and Candice Arevalo each finished with two hits to lead the Pirates (5-17, 0-12 OEC).
Next: The Hawks will travel to take on district rival Santa Ana College on Friday, Mar. 27 at the SAC Softball Field. Game time is set for 3 p.m.
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Freshman Sam Erickson runs for third base
against Antelope Valley College. |
March 23, 2009
Hawks Downed by Antelope Valley
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team lost to visiting Antelope Valley College 6-2 Monday afternoon in a non-conference game at the SCC Softball Field.
The Hawks (8-13) scored both of their runs in the bottom of the third inning on RBI singles by freshmen Heather Hunt (Pacifica HS) and Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS). Hunt finished the day 2-for-3 to lead SCC offensively.
The Marauders (13-8-1) took advantage of some early walks to take a 5-0 lead after the first two innings of play. Shortstop Cassandra Lewein led Antelope Valley at the plate as she finished 2-for-2 with an RBI and two walks.
Next: The Hawks will host Orange Coast College in an Orange Empire Conference game on Wednesday, Mar. 25 on the SCC Softball Field at 3 p.m.
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Sophomore pitcher Erica Zamora won her fifth
game of the season vs. Citrus.
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March 19, 2009
Santiago Canyon Tops Citrus 8-4
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team improved to 8-11 on the season with an 8-4 victory over visiting Citrus College Thursday afternoon in a non-conference game on the SCC Softball Field.
Trailing 3-2 heading into the bottom of the fifth inning, the Hawks sent three runners acoss the plate to take a 5-3 lead. SCC added three more runs in the sixth inning to go ahead 8-3 as sophomore Erica Zamora (Loara HS) pitched a complete game to pick up her fifth win of the season.
Sophomore Courtney Nejman (Canyon HS) and freshmen Ashley Flatten (Pacifica HS) and Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) each finished with three hits to lead the Hawks. Nejman finished with two RBI, while Flatten and Valenzuela each drove in one.
Freshmen Jessie Betian (Villa Park HS) and Heather Hunt (Pacifica HS) and sophomore Rhiannon Ousley (Canyon HS) each added one hit and an RBI for SCC, who snapped its seven game losing streak with the victory.
Catcher Cassie Ward went 2-for-4 with two RBI to lead the Fighting Owls (14-10).
Next: The Hawks travel to play Golden West College on Friday, Mar. 20 in an Orange Empire Confernce game. Play is set to begin at 6 p.m. on the Golden West College Softball Field.
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Freshman outfielder Jessica Brillantes gets
ready to take off from first base during SCC's
game against Fullerton. |
March 18, 2009
Hawks Fall to Fullerton 7-3
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team lost to visiting Fullerton College by a 7-3 margin Wednesday afternoon in an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game on the SCC Softball Field.
After Fullerton took a 1-0 lead in the top of the first inning, the Hawks (7-11, 2-8 OEC) answered with two runs in the bottom of the inning to take the lead. Sophomore Erica Zamora (Loara HS) and freshman Ashley Flatten (Pacifica HS) each singled to drive in a run during the inning.
The Hornets (18-5, 10-1 OEC) took the lead for good in the fourth inning as Natalie Deleese singled to drive in two runs to make it 3-2. Fullerton added three more runs in the fifth inning to take a 6-2 lead.
The Hawks added one run in the bottom of the fifth inning and Fullerton sent one across in the sixth to complete the scoring. Freshman Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) led SCC offensively as she finished 3-for-4 with a run scored. Freshman Cara Methven (Corona HS) went 2-for-4 with two runs scored, while Zamora finished 1-for-4 with two RBI.
Deleese went 2-for-5 with three RBI to lead Fullerton, while Amber Silvas finished 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored. Kelsey Marker picked up the win for the Hornets to improve her record to 6-1, while Flatten took the loss for SCC to drop to 3-8.
Next: The Hawks will host Citrus College in a non-conference game on Thursday, Mar. 19 on the SCC Softball Field at 3 p.m.
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SCC's Heather Hunt (left) and Chloe
Valenzuela pictured against Cerritos. |
March 16, 2009
Hawks Drop Non-Conference Contest to Cerritos
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team dropped a non-conference game to visiting Cerritos College 16-7 in six innings Monday afternoon at the SCC Softball Field.
After a scoreless first two innings of play, the Falcons (20-4-1) took advantage of six walks and an error to score 13 runs in the top of the third inning to break the game open. Cassandra Godoy tripled to score three runs and Brandi Rummel drove in two with a double during the inning.
The Hawks (7-10) answered with two runs in the bottom of the inning on a double by sophomore Erica Zamora (Loara HS) that scored freshmen Heather Hunt (Pacifica HS) and Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS). Hunt reached earlier on a single followed by a double by Valenzuela.
SCC scored five more runs in the bottom of the fourth inning to cut the lead to 13-7, but the comeback wasn't to be as Cerritos added three runs in the top of the sixth inning to round out the scoring. Jennifer Salas led the Falcons offensively as she finished 2-for-2 with three RBI, three walks and two runs scored.
Hunt went 3-for-4 with an RBI and two runs scored for SCC, while freshman Ashley Flatten (Pacifica HS) and sophomore Rhiannon Ousley (Canyon HS) each finished with two hits in the loss.
Next: The Hawks will play against Fullerton College at home on Wednesday, Mar. 18 in an Orange Empire Conference game on the SCC Softball Field. Game time is set for 3 p.m.
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Sophomore Rhiannon Ousley slides into third
base during SCC's 5-2 loss to Riverside City
College. |
March 5, 2009
Riverside Earns Victory over SCC
with 7th Inning Comeback
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team suffered a tough loss to visiting Riverside City College (RCC) Thursday afternoon in an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game at the SCC Softball Field. Trailing by one run in the top of the seventh inning, the Tigers scored four times to earn the come-from-behind 5-2 victory.
The Hawks took a one run lead in the bottom of the second inning before RCC tied the game in the top of the fifth inning. Freshman Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) later tripled to lead off the sixth inning and before sophomore Courtney Nejman (Canyon HS) singled to drive her in and give SCC a one run lead.
The lead would not last long as the Tigers put up four runs in the seventh led by Jackie Serna who doubled with two outs to give RCC a 3-2 lead. The Tigers tacked on two more runs before retiring SCC in order in the bottom of the inning to earn the three-run win.
Valenzuela and Nejman each finished 2-for-3 to lead the Hawks (7-6, 2-5 OEC) offensively. Sophomore Erica Zamora (Loara HS) went 1-for-1 with an RBI and a walk for SCC.
Serna went 2-for-4 with three RBI and a run scored to lead the Tigers (13-5, 6-2 OEC).
Next: The Hawks travel to take on Grossmont College in a non-conference game on Monday, Mar. 9. Game time is set for 3 p.m.
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The SCC softball team dropped a non-
conference game to Long Beach City College
6-1 Monday afternoon. |
March 2, 2009
Hawks Drop Non-Conference Game to LBCC
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team lost a non-conference game to visiting Long Beach City College (LBCC) 6-1 Monday afternoon on the SCC Softball Field.
The Vikings (10-5) sent three runs across the plate in the top of the first inning and added one run in the third inning to take a 4-0 lead. The Hawks (7-5) answered with one run in the bottom of the sixth inning as freshman Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) drove in sophomore Rhiannon Ousley (Canyon HS) who had reached earlier on a fielder's choice.
LBCC tacked on two more runs in the top of the seventh inning to take a five run lead. SCC put the first two batters on base in the bottom of the inning, but was unable to mount a comeback.
Next: The Hawks will host Santa Ana College on Wednesday in an Orange Empire Conference dual on the SCC Softball Field. Play is set to begin at 3 p.m.
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Second baseman Cara Methven went 2-for-3
in SCC's 6-5 comeback victory over Golden West. |
February 25, 2009
SCC Comes from Behind to Beat Golden West
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team scored three runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to come from behind and beat visiting Golden West College 6-5 Wednesday afternoon in an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game on the SCC Softball Field.
With the Hawks (6-4, 1-4 OEC) trailing 5-3 heading into the bottom of the seventh, freshman Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) led off the inning with a double to start the comeback. Two batters later, sophomore Erica Zamora (Loara HS) singled to advance Valenzuela to third before freshman Ashley Flatten (Pacifica HS) singled to pull SCC within one run.
Freshman Lauren Villareal (Cypress HS) then walked to load the bases for freshman Courtney Aden (Pacifica HS) who singled to tie the game at 5-5. Freshman centerfielder Heather Hunt (Pacifica HS) walked with the bases jammed moments later to complete the rally and give SCC the 6-5 victory.
Hunt went 3-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored to lead the Hawks, while Zamora went 3-for-4 with a run scored. Flatten went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored for SCC and picked up the win to improve her season record to 2-2. Freshman Cara Methven (Corona HS) added two hits with a walk and run scored in the win for the Hawks.
Sara Theophilus took the loss for the Rustlers, who fell to 6-9 overall and 1-4 in conference.
Next: The Hawks travel to take on Orange Coast College (OCC) on Friday, Feb. 27. Game time is scheduled for 2 p.m. on the OCC Softball Field.
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SCC first baseman Sam Erickson
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February 23, 2009
Hawks Drop OEC Game to Saddleback
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team lost to visiting Saddleback College 9-0 in five innings Monday afternoon in an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game on the SCC Softball Field.
The Gauchos (6-2, 3-1 OEC) scored four runs in the first inning and added four more runs in the second to take an early 8-0 lead. That was plenty of support for Saddleback pitcher Dana Hermocillo who allowed only one hit in the victory.
The Hawks (5-4, 0-4 OEC) struggled to find their groove offensively as sophomore Courtney Nejman (Canyon HS) collected the team's only hit. Freshman Ashley Flatten (Pacifica HS) took the loss for SCC.
Next: The Hawks host Golden West College in an OEC game on Wednesday afternoon. Game time is set for 3 p.m. on the SCC Softball Field.
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February 18, 2009
Santiago Canyon Falls to Cypress College 9-0
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team dropped its first game at home this season to visiting Cypress College 9-0 Wednesday afternoon in an Orange Empire Conference (OEC) game on the SCC Softball Field.
The Chargers (4-1, 2-0 OEC) took command early as they scored all nine of their runs in the first inning. Vanessa Alvarado led Cypress offensively as she finished 2-for-2 with two RBI and a run scored. Kim Frazier also finished with two hits for the Chargers.
Sophomore Rhiannon Ousley (Canyon HS) and freshman Cara Methven (Corona HS) each finished 1-for-3 with a double at the plate for SCC. Sophomore pitcher Erica Zamora dropped her record to 4-2 in the loss, while Natasha Ruiz picked up the win for the Chargers.
Next: The Hawks will travel to take on Fullerton College in an OEC game on Friday (Feb. 20). Game time is set for 2 p.m. on the Fullerton College Softball Field.
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Freshman Ashley Flatten picked up her first win
of the season in SCC's game two come-from-behind victory against Southwestern College. |
February 3, 2009
Hawks Move to 5-0 with Two Victories
against Southwestern College
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team improved to 5-0 on the season with a pair of victories against visiting Southwestern College Tuesday afternoon on the SCC Softball Field. The Hawks took game one by a 9-4 margin and earned a 13-9 come-from-behind victory in the second game in six innings.
In the first contest, the Hawks jumped out to an 8-0 lead after two innings of play and held on for the five run victory. Freshman Chloe Valenzuela (Foothill HS) went 3-for-3 with three RBI and a run scored to lead the Hawks.
Freshman Samantha Erickson (Canyon HS) also finished with three hits for SCC, while freshman Ashley Flatten went 1-for-2 with two RBI. Sophomore pitcher Erica Zamora gave up one hit in three innings of work to earn her fourth win of the season for the Hawks.
The Jaguars took an early nine run lead in the second game after scoring five runs in the top of the first inning and adding four more runs in the second inning. The Hawks began their comeback with three runs in the bottom of the second inning and added nine more runs in the third inning to take a 12-9 lead. SCC scored its final run in the fourth inning to round out the scoring.
Flatten pitched over four innings of relief allowing only four hits to earn her first victory of the season. Freshman Cara Methven (Corona HS) went 3-for-4 with an RBI to lead SCC, while Valenzuela and Flatten each finished 2-for-4 with two RBI. Sophomores Rhiannon Ousley (Canyon HS) and Courtney Nejman (Canyon HS) and freshmen Jessica Brillantes (Loara HS) and Heather Hunt (Pacifica HS) each added two hits as the Hawks rallied for the victory.
Next: The Hawks will host Moorpark College on Thursday, Feb. 5 in a non-conference game at the SCC Softball Complex. The first pitch is schedule for 2:30 p.m.
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Courtney Nejman went 4-for-4 with three
doubles in game one of a doubleheader vs.
Mt. San Jacinto. |
January 31, 2009
Hawks Pick Up Two Wins vs. Mt. San Jacinto
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team swept a doubleheader against visiting Mt. San Jacinto College Saturday afternoon on the SCC Softball Field. The Hawks came away with a 10-5 victory in the first game and won 8-0 in game two.
Sophomore Courtney Nejman (Canyon HS) led SCC in the first game as she went 4-for-4 with three doubles and two RBI. Freshman Samantha Erickson (Canyon HS) finished with three hits and an RBI, while freshman Ashley Flatten (Pacifica HS) added three RBI for the Hawks (3-0).
Nejman and Flatten each doubled in the sixth inning to drive in three runs. The Hawks later added three more runs in the inning to take a commanding 8-3 lead. Sophomore pitcher Erica Zamora (Loara HS) picked up the win for SCC.
With a 4-0 lead heading into the bottom of the fifth inning in the second game, SCC scored four more runs to earn the 8-0 shutout in five innings. Flatten added three more hits and an RBI in game two, while Nejman and freshman Courtney Aden (Pacifica HS) each went 1-for-3 with an RBI.
Zamora earned her second victory of the day to improve her overall record to 3-0. She gave up four hits and recorded four strikeouts in five innings of work.
Next: The Hawks will face Southwestern College in a doubleheader on Tuesday, Feb. 3 at the SCC Softball Field. Game one is set for 1 p.m., followed by game two at 3 p.m.
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SCC President Juan Vazquez pictured during
the Grand Opening Ceremony of the SCC
Softball Complex. |
January 28, 2009
Santiago Canyon Victorious in
First Game at New Complex
Orange, CA- The Santiago Canyon College (SCC) softball team won its first-ever game at the team's brand new softball complex by an 8-1 margin over visiting San Diego City College (SDCC) Wednesday afternoon in a non-conference game.
The Hawks (1-0) jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning and added three more runs in the bottom of the second to take an early 7-0 lead. The Vikings (0-1) scored their lone run in the top of the third inning and SCC added a run in the fifth to complete the scoring.
Sophomore pitcher Erica Zamora (Loara HS) led the Hawks defensively as she allowed only five hits while recording four strikeouts. Sophomores Courtney Nejman (Canyon HS) and Rhiannon Ousley (Canyon HS) and freshmen Cara Methven (Corona HS) and Jessica Brillantes (Loara HS) each finished with two hits to lead the Hawks offensively.
Brooke Gustely led SDCC offensively as she finished with three hits and two stolen bases. Erika Beasley took the loss for the Vikings.
Next: The Hawks will host Mt. San Jacinto College in a doubleheader on Saturday, Jan. 31 at the SCC Softball Field. The first game is schedule for noon, followed by the second game at 2 p.m.
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