Prep roundup: Valley Christian rallies to beat No. 1 St. Francis, share WCAL softball title
Briefly

The St. Francis softball team faced Valley Christian in a highly anticipated game, looking to extend their streak of victories. Valley Christian needed a win to tie for the league championship, and they succeeded with a comeback victory. After falling behind 6-0, the Warriors scored nine runs, clinching the game 9-7, marking their first victory over St. Francis since 2018. In another matchup, Alameda took the West Alameda County Conference Foothill Division title, showcasing their resilience by scoring five runs in the final inning to defeat Castro Valley 8-4.
Valley Christian ended St. Francis's remarkable 14-game winning streak with a comeback victory, clinching a share of the league championship in a thrilling 9-7 finish.
The Warriors fell behind by six runs but rallied with four in the second, then added runs in subsequent innings, turning the game's tide.
Despite St. Francis's efforts, including strong performances from Jaime Oakland and Peyton Tsao, they couldn't overcome Valley Christian, who secured a significant win after years.
Alameda's victory over Castro Valley in the West Alameda County Conference Foothill Division title showcased their late-game prowess with a five-run seventh inning.
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