El Segundo Eagles honor seniors and win final home game 9-2 against defenders

The El Segundo City Council meeting on June 5, 2025, focused on the celebration of the Eagles varsity softball team's Senior Night, coinciding with their final home game of the regular season. The meeting highlighted the emotional significance of the event, as the Eagles honored their nine senior players before the game commenced.

The game began with a strong performance from the Eagles, who quickly took a commanding lead. In the bottom of the first inning, a base hit brought in two runs, followed by another run, making the score 3-0. The Eagles continued to dominate, with Ali Stephenson hitting a single in the second inning, extending the lead to 4-0. Despite a defensive error allowing the defenders to score, the Eagles maintained control of the game.

As the game progressed, the Eagles further solidified their lead. In the fourth inning, Stephenson delivered a two-RBI single, bringing the score to 6-2. Maggie Green added another run shortly after, and Kasey Ekstrom capped off the inning with a hit that brought in two more runs, resulting in a final score of 9-2 in favor of the Eagles.

Post-game, Coach Mayer expressed pride in the team's performance and the emotional weight of the night, reflecting on the journey of the seniors who have played together since childhood. Players shared their sentiments about the significance of the night, emphasizing the joy of playing alongside their teammates and the special moments shared during their final game together.

The meeting concluded with congratulations to the Lady Eagles for their successful season, marking a memorable farewell for the senior players as they prepare to transition to the next chapter of their lives.