Roller coaster week of softball for Washougal

Riding high after victories against Ridgefield and Woodland, the Washougal High School softball players felt sick to their stomachs after dropping a close game to Hockinson at home Monday.

The Hawks took advantage of a few wild pitches that bounced beyond home plate and allowed their runners to score from third base. Kayla Lagerquist slugged a 2-run home run for Washougal in the fifth inning and pitched all seven innings in 80-degree heat, but Hockinson held on for a 4-2 win to remain undefeated in league play.