Softball: Berkeley Closing in on Playoff Berth

After dropping six of its first nine games this season, the softball team wasn't in position to start dreaming about making the postseason.

How quickly things change.

Since a 4-1 loss to Irvington on April 1, the Yellowjackets have responded by winning 10 of their last 11 games and have done so in impressive fashion. During that span Berkeley has outscored its opposition 164-25.

Coach Ron Hunt's team isn't short on statistical leaders.

Lena Mayer leads the team with 29 hits, Camille Jackson has the most runs (30) and RBI (29), Sarah Hoynes leads the team with a .448 batting average while Clara Obstfeld and Jackson both have three home runs.

Today's home game against doesn't figure to be much of a challenge for Berkeley, which topped the Gauchos 25-2 in their previous meeting.

After two games next week, the 'Jackets will look to continue their season in the North Coast Section playoffs. They'll have to apply for an at-large bid though, as Pinole Valley (19-1) is running away with the Alameda Contra Costa Athletic League title.