Tillamook High Cheesemakers defeat Gaston High Greyhounds in softball

The Cheesemakers snap a four-game losing streak with an 11-0 home win over the Greyhounds.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 7:26am

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The Tillamook High Cheesemakers, a Class 4A high school softball team, defeated the Class 2A Gaston High Greyhounds 11-0 in a non-league game on April 9th. The win snapped a four-game losing streak for the Cheesemakers.

Why it matters

High school softball is a popular sport in Oregon, and this win helps the Cheesemakers bounce back after a tough stretch. The matchup between the larger 4A Cheesemakers and smaller 2A Greyhounds also highlights the competitive landscape of Oregon high school sports.

The details

The Cheesemakers, who play in the 4A classification, dominated the 2A Greyhounds in the non-league game. Tillamook scored 11 runs to Gaston's 0, ending the game early due to the mercy rule.

  • The game was played on April 9, 2026.
  • The win snapped a four-game losing streak for the Cheesemakers.

The players

Tillamook High Cheesemakers

A Class 4A high school softball team.

Gaston High Greyhounds

A Class 2A high school softball team with a 1-9 record.

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The takeaway

This win helps the Tillamook High Cheesemakers get back on track after a tough stretch, and highlights the competitive landscape of high school sports in Oregon where larger schools can face off against smaller programs.