Prep talk: San Pedro softball team is Marine League champion
The Pirates own two wins over Carson and clinched the league title on Thursday with a 10-0 victory over Gardena.
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Brianna Rodela leads the team with 30 hits. Sophomore pitcher Caroline Baker is 11-0.
West Valley League champion Granada Hills remains the favorite with a 22-3 record. …
Former Mission Viejo quarterback Kale Murphy transferred to Servite in January and is the likely starter this fall.
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