Tillamook High Cheesemakers Snap Losing Streak with Softball Win

Cheesemakers defeat Gaston High Greyhounds 11-0 in non-league matchup

Apr. 14, 2026 at 4:37am

An abstract expressionist painting in vibrant neon colors, capturing the dynamic motion and energy of a high school softball game with players and the ball blending into bold, gestural brushstrokes.The Tillamook Cheesemakers' high-energy softball victory over Gaston injects new life into their season after a tough start.Astoria Today

The Tillamook High Cheesemakers snapped a four-game losing streak with an 11-0 home win on April 9 over the Class 2A Gaston High Greyhounds in OSAA nonleague softball. The Cheesemakers had previously opened their 12-game Class 4A Cowapa League schedule with an 11-0 loss to the defending state champion and No. 2-ranked Astoria High Fishermen.

Why it matters

The win over Gaston gives the Cheesemakers a much-needed confidence boost after a tough start to the season, as they look to bounce back and compete in the highly competitive Cowapa League.

The details

The Cheesemakers dominated the Greyhounds, winning the non-league matchup 11-0 at home. This snapped a four-game losing streak for Tillamook, who had previously opened their league schedule with an 11-0 loss to powerhouse Astoria High.

  • The game was played on April 9, 2026.
  • Tillamook opened their 12-game Cowapa League schedule on April 7, 2026 with the loss to Astoria.

The players

Tillamook High Cheesemakers

The high school softball team representing Tillamook, Oregon, competing in the Class 4A Cowapa League.

Gaston High Greyhounds

The high school softball team representing Gaston, Oregon, competing in Class 2A.

Astoria High Fishermen

The defending state champion and No. 2-ranked high school softball team representing Astoria, Oregon, competing in the Class 4A Cowapa League.

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The takeaway

The Cheesemakers' win over Gaston provides a much-needed boost as they look to bounce back in league play after a tough start to the season, including a lopsided loss to powerhouse Astoria.