Academy of Art softball faced tough competition in the Tournament of Champions, ending the day with a 5-1 loss to Sonoma State and a narrow 4-2 defeat against Cal State San Bernardino.

The Big Picture

The Academy of Art softball team struggled in the Tournament of Champions, facing challenging opponents and ultimately falling short in both of their Sunday contests.

By the Numbers
  • In the first game, Sonoma State defeated Academy of Art 5-1.
  • Cal State San Bernardino secured a 4-2 victory over Academy of Art in the second game.
  • Rylee Nishimoto from Sonoma State had a standout performance with a double, a triple, and two runs scored.
  • Bailee Reed of Sonoma State pitched a complete game with seven strikeouts and allowed only one run.
  • Samantha Vargas of Cal State San Bernardino pitched a complete game, allowing only two runs.
  • Academy of Art has a 7-20 overall record after the Tournament of Champions.
  • The team will resume Pacific West Conference play with a series at UH Hilo starting on Mar. 29.
State of Play
  • Academy of Art softball concluded the Tournament of Champions with a 7-20 overall record.
  • The team will now shift focus to Pacific West Conference play, starting with a series at UH Hilo on Mar. 29.
  • Key players like Rylee Nishimoto and Bailee Reed made significant contributions in Sonoma State's victory.
  • Despite the losses, Academy of Art showed resilience with opportunities to tie the game in the final frames.
Bottom Line

Academy of Art softball faced tough competition in the Tournament of Champions, falling short in both games but showing determination and spirit on the field as they look ahead to Pacific West Conference play.