Hidden Valley Mustangs Softball 7-8 Molalla

A late rally fell just short as Hidden Valley dropped an 8-7 heartbreaker to Molalla on the road Friday afternoon. The Mustangs' softball team battled back from a deficit but couldn't complete the comeback in the non-league contest.

Hidden Valley showed resilience throughout the back-and-forth affair, matching Molalla nearly run for run in what became an offensive showcase. The Mustangs managed seven runs against solid Molalla pitching but surrendered eight in a game that featured multiple lead changes.

Despite the narrow loss, Hidden Valley remains unbeaten in conference play at 3-0, showing the team's ability to compete at a high level when league standings are on the line. The Mustangs have demonstrated they can score runs consistently, putting up seven against quality opposition.

With their overall record now 6-7, Hidden Valley will look to bounce back from this tough road loss. The team's perfect conference record remains intact, positioning them well as the heart of league play approaches. The Mustangs return home next week seeking to build momentum.