Warren Softball Ends La Mirada's Winning Streak

Vivi Navarrete pitches a complete game and drives in two runs to lead Warren to a 5-1 victory over La Mirada.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 3:21am

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A fragmented, geometric painting in bold colors depicting the action and movement of a softball game, with players and the field deconstructed into abstract shapes and angles.A cubist interpretation of the intense softball matchup between Warren and La Mirada, capturing the dynamic energy and competitive spirit of the Gateway League showdown.La Mirada Today

The La Mirada softball team had won 21 consecutive Gateway League games going into their matchup with Warren on Tuesday. But behind a complete game from sophomore pitcher Vivi Navarrete, Warren snapped La Mirada's win streak with a 5-1 victory. Navarrete also helped her own cause with a two-run single in the fifth inning to give Warren a 5-1 lead.

Why it matters

This game was a key Gateway League matchup between two of the top teams in the area. La Mirada was the No. 1 ranked team in the San Gabriel Valley and had looked dominant through the first few months of the season. Warren's win over the Matadores creates a four-way tie for first place in the league standings.

The details

La Mirada struck first when shortstop Reese Hilliard hit a solo home run in the top of the first inning. But Warren responded in the bottom half of the inning with an RBI double from Julissa Gradilla to tie the game at 1-1. The Matadores had a chance to take the lead in the third inning when they loaded the bases, but a lineout ended the threat. Warren then added three runs in the fifth inning, including Navarrete's two-run single, to build a 5-1 advantage.

  • On April 14, 2026, Warren defeated La Mirada 5-1.
  • La Mirada's last loss before this game was on March 7, 2026 against JSerra.

The players

Vivi Navarrete

A sophomore pitcher for Warren who threw a complete game and drove in two runs in the win over La Mirada.

Reese Hilliard

The shortstop for La Mirada who hit a solo home run in the first inning.

Brent Tuttle

The head coach of the La Mirada softball team.

Alison Ortega

The projected starting pitcher for La Mirada who showed up right before the game started.

Liliana Larios

The freshman pitcher who started the game for La Mirada.

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What they’re saying

“We hit 21 outs to 21 different players. We hit shots all over the place, just right into their gloves. We had about 15 hard balls and had the bases loaded, just couldn't get anything down.”

— Brent Tuttle, La Mirada Head Coach

“I had a lot of trust in my teammates and I knew they were always gonna have my back. The whole time in the circle I was just thinking – bring it.”

— Vivi Navarrete, Warren Pitcher

What’s next

Gateway League action continues for both teams on Thursday, April 16, 2026. La Mirada will host Gahr, while Warren will travel to Downey.

The takeaway

This game highlights the competitive nature of the Gateway League, with Warren knocking off the previously unbeaten La Mirada squad. It sets up an intriguing second half of the league season as the top teams battle for the championship.