Pleasant Hill Billies Softball 11-10 Astoria

Twenty-one runs crossed the plate in a wild softball season opener as Pleasant Hill outlasted Lowell 11-10 at home Tuesday afternoon. The Billies got their 2026 campaign off to a winning start in what turned into an offensive showcase between the two Lane County squads.

Both teams found success at the plate throughout the non-league contest, with Pleasant Hill managing to stay one step ahead in the high-scoring affair. The narrow victory margin suggests strong performances from both lineups, with the Billies ultimately finding a way to secure the extra run needed for victory.

The season-opening win moves Pleasant Hill to 1-0 as they begin what they hope will be a successful spring campaign. Playing at home certainly helped the Billies in their opener, giving them the slight edge they needed in such a closely contested game.

Pleasant Hill will look to build momentum from this exciting start as they prepare for their next matchup. The offensive production displayed against Lowell provides an encouraging foundation for the games ahead.