JH Softball Finishes Season
June 29, 2026
Black team Southeast Valley JH picked up a strong 10-6 win over East Sac in what was their most complete performance of the season. The Jaguars came out sharp offensively, with Avery Akins, Brynley Bachel, and Harper Lockner each recording a single to help keep the lineup moving. Southeast Valley stayed consistent at the plate throughout the game and built steady momentum across innings. In the circle, Brynley Bachel also earned the win, helping control the game while limiting East Sac’s scoring opportunities when it mattered most. Overall, it was a balanced team effort from Southeast Valley JH, with every player contributing and showing improvement on both sides of the ball in a well-earned victory.
Teal Team The Southeast Valley Jaguars put together a complete team performance Monday morning, defeating East Sac 9-0 behind timely hitting, dominant pitching, and a flawless defensive effort. The Jaguars wasted no time taking control of the game, scoring three runs in the first inning. Reagan Cramer sparked the offense with a two-run triple before another run crossed the plate on an East Sac error. Southeast Valley continued to build its lead with two more runs in the second inning and added four more in the third to put the game out of reach. Cramer was outstanding both at the plate and in the circle. She drove in a team-high three runs while tossing four shutout innings, allowing just one hit and striking out eight batters. Payton Smith led the Jaguars’ offense with two hits in two at-bats, while Taylor Carlson added an RBI single in the third inning. The Jaguars also turned in another strong defensive performance, playing error-free softball throughout the game. Carlson led the defense with eight chances, helping Southeast Valley record the shutout. With contributions throughout the lineup and another impressive defensive showing, the Jaguars earned a convincing conference victory and carried positive momentum into their next matchup.
June 30, 2026
Black Team The Southeast Valley Jaguars jumped out to an early four-run lead but were unable to hold off a comeback, falling 7-4 to Woodward-Granger on Tuesday. The Jaguars came out aggressively in the first inning, scoring all four of their runs. Harper Lockner drew a bases-loaded walk to bring home the first run, while aggressive baserunning and pressure on the defense helped Southeast Valley add three more runs in the inning. Paisley Bintz and Avery Akins each recorded a hit for the Jaguars and were active on the bases, stealing multiple bases to keep pressure on Woodward-Granger throughout the game. Although the lead slipped away, the Jaguars continued to battle and showed their aggressive style of play on the basepaths.
Teal Team The Southeast Valley Jaguars earned a 6-2 victory over Woodward-Granger on Tuesday with another dominant performance from Reagan Cramer in the circle and timely hitting late in the game. Cramer was nearly unhittable, striking out 12 batters over five innings while allowing just two hits and two runs without issuing a walk. She also contributed at the plate, collecting two hits and driving in two runs to help lead the Jaguars’ offense. Southeast Valley took an early lead in the first inning and regained control with a four-run fifth inning. Taylor Carlson delivered a clutch two-run double to break the tie, while Cramer followed with an RBI double and Aleeyah Hoefer added an RBI single to cap the rally. Carlson finished with two hits and two RBIs, joining Cramer to pace the Jaguars offensively. The Jaguars also continued their strong defensive play, backing Cramer’s dominant outing with a solid effort in the field to secure another conference victory. With balanced offense, excellent pitching, and dependable defense, Southeast Valley continued its strong stretch of softball with another impressive win.
July 1, 2026
Black Team The Southeast Valley Jaguars battled throughout Wednesday’s matchup but came up short in a 9-6 loss to Pocahontas Area. After falling behind early, the Jaguars responded with a strong second inning to tie the game. Aubrey McGuire drew a bases-loaded walk to bring home a run before Avery Akins delivered a clutch two-run single to even the score. Akins led the Jaguars offensively, going 2-for-2 with two RBIs from the leadoff spot. Southeast Valley also showed patience at the plate, drawing nine walks as Elyse Skoglund and Harper Lockner each reached twice on walks. On the bases, Paisley Bintz stole two bases to help keep pressure on the defense, while the Jaguars turned a double play in the field to highlight another solid defensive effort. Despite the loss, Southeast Valley continued to battle until the final out, showing resilience with disciplined at-bats, aggressive baserunning, and flashes of strong defense. Teal Team The Southeast Valley Jaguars earned a hard-fought 1-1 tie against Pocahontas Area on Wednesday behind another outstanding pitching performance from Reagan Cramer and a stellar defensive effort. Cramer was dominant in the circle, allowing just one hit and one run over five innings while striking out eight batters. The Jaguars backed her up with flawless defense, committing no errors throughout the game. Taylor Carlson led the defensive effort with eight chances in the field. Trailing 1-0 late, Southeast Valley found the tying run in the fifth inning when Leah Johnson grounded out to score the game’s lone Jaguar run. Payton Smith and Aleeyah Hoefer each collected a hit as the Jaguars battled in a tightly contested pitchers’ duel. Strong pitching, dependable defense, and timely execution helped Southeast Valley earn the tie in one of its best defensive performances of the season.