The LBCC softball team ended their season with a 38-6 record, with their first South Coast Conference (SCC) championship win since 2002.
In 44 games, the team had a total of 292 runs and 17 home runs, with multiple athletes who earned awards and honors.
The Vikings lost two games in the 3C2A SoCal Regionals Second Round, where they lost to El Camino College.
This year, head coach Megan Martinez earned SCC Coach of the Year, and had nine athletes earn All-Star and MVP honors for the season.
“The coaching staff is like no other I’ve ever been on. They are very encouraging, always willing to help,” catcher Zara Mineo said.
First baseman Anaya Togia led the team with 75 hits and 43 RBIs in 149 at bats, and won her second MVP award and first All SCC First Team award.
SCC First Team awards are similar to earning All-Star awards in the MLB.
Hailey Harris and Lexi Ramirez were awarded Co-Pitchers of the Year, infielder Michelle Cervantes earned All SCC first team, infielder Jaela Ruiz and Mineo earned the All SCC second team.
Outfielder Sienna Rievley, first basemen Mikaela Pacheco and infielder Haleigh Jacobs received honorable mentions.
“We are like sisters, honestly. We bicker like sisters. We all have each other’s backs, no matter what the situation,” Togia said.
The athletes spent time off the field and grew together to build a closer relationship.
“I think the season as a whole went great. Most loving and fun group I’ve played with,” Togia said.
Pre-season will begin in August, while the regular season will start in January.
