Bend Senior Lava Bears Softball 14-13 South Medford

In a wild offensive showcase that saw 27 runs cross the plate, Bend softball held off South Medford 14-13 on Tuesday evening at home. The high-scoring affair provided plenty of drama as both teams battled back and forth throughout the contest.

The Lava Bears, competing in the Intermountain Conference (5A) from Bend, Oregon, managed to stay just ahead in what became a slugfest between two determined squads. With runs coming in bunches, Bend found a way to answer South Medford's challenges and secure the narrow victory in their final home game of the season.

The win brings Bend to 9-14 overall and 8-9 in conference play as they wrap up their 2026 spring campaign. Despite a challenging season, the Lava Bears showed resilience in this non-league thriller, demonstrating the offensive firepower that has kept them competitive throughout the year.

Bend will look to carry this momentum into their remaining contests as the spring season winds down.