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Moscow Bears win league softball thriller with walkoff hit
Sophomore Sophia Aboubacar's two-run double lifts Moscow over Sandpoint in 5A Inland Empire League action.
Apr. 12, 2026 at 9:25am
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A dramatic, last-inning comeback victory keeps the Moscow Bears in contention for the 5A Inland Empire League softball title.Sandpoint TodayIn a dramatic 5A Inland Empire League softball game, the Moscow Bears came from behind to defeat the Sandpoint Bulldogs 15-14 on a walk-off, two-run double by sophomore Sophia Aboubacar with the bases loaded in the bottom of the final inning.
Why it matters
The win keeps Moscow in contention for the league title, while the loss is a tough blow for Sandpoint's playoff hopes. The back-and-forth game showcased the competitive nature of the 5A Inland Empire League, one of the top high school softball conferences in the state.
The details
With the game tied 13-13 in the bottom of the seventh inning, Moscow loaded the bases against the Sandpoint relief pitcher. Sophomore Sophia Aboubacar then stepped to the plate and hit a high fly ball that carried over the center fielder's head, clearing the bases and giving Moscow the dramatic 15-14 victory.
- The game was played on April 12, 2026.
- Moscow scored the winning runs in the bottom of the seventh inning.
The players
Sophia Aboubacar
A sophomore on the Moscow Bears softball team who hit the game-winning, two-run double in the bottom of the seventh inning.
Moscow Bears
The high school softball team from Moscow, Idaho that won the dramatic league game against Sandpoint.
Sandpoint Bulldogs
The high school softball team from Sandpoint, Idaho that lost a close game to Moscow in the 5A Inland Empire League.
What’s next
Moscow will look to build on this dramatic win as they continue their push for the 5A Inland Empire League title, while Sandpoint will try to rebound in their next league matchup.
The takeaway
This nail-biting softball game showcased the competitive spirit and high level of play in the 5A Inland Empire League, with the Moscow Bears pulling out a thrilling victory on a walk-off hit to keep their title hopes alive.
