The CIF SJS first-round matchups for the San Joaquin County softball playoffs have been announced. Teams are preparing for the upcoming games as they aim for playoff success.
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CIF SJS first-round matchups announced
Teams preparing for upcoming games
St. Mary's softball team is highlighted
Local schools participating in playoffs
Playoff success is the goal for teams
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San Joaquin County softball playoffs: CIF SJS first-round matchups set
St. Mary’s Ava Arucan delivers a pitch during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
Lincoln’s Remi Cooks hits a single during a varsity softball game against St. Mary’s at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St. Mary’s Ava Arucan delivers a pitch during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
Lincoln’s Lailanee Jocson hits a single during a varsity softball game against St. Mary’s at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
Q&A
What are the first-round matchups for the CIF SJS softball playoffs?
The specific matchups for the CIF SJS softball playoffs have been set, featuring various teams from San Joaquin County.
When do the San Joaquin County softball playoffs start?
The San Joaquin County softball playoffs are set to begin soon, with the first-round games scheduled shortly.
Which teams are participating in the CIF SJS softball playoffs?
Several teams from San Joaquin County are participating in the CIF SJS softball playoffs, including notable schools like St. Mary's.
What is the significance of the CIF SJS softball playoffs for local teams?
The CIF SJS softball playoffs are crucial for local teams as they provide an opportunity to compete for a championship and showcase their talent.
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St/ Mary’s Maya Garcia, left, bobbles the throw as Lincoln’s Alexa Delucchi makes it safely to first during a varsity softeball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St/ Mary’s Maya Garcia, left bobble the throw as Lincoln’s Alexa Delucchi makes it safely to first during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St. Mary’s Olivia Harris hits a single during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St. Mary’s Mckenzie Abriol, front, bobbles the throw as Lincoln’s Alexa Delucchi slides safely at second during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St/ Mary’s Maya Garcia, left bobble the throw as Lincoln’s Alexa Delucchi makes it safely to first during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St. Mary’s Lailah Lyons hits a single during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St. Mary’s Olivia Harris makes contact during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St. Mary’s Brooklyn Medina hits a single during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St. Mary’s Mckenzie Abriol, left, dives to home play to score a run as Lincoln’s Mallory Wagner waits for the throw during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St. Mary’s Olivia Harris make contact during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
St. Mary’s Brooklyn Medina, left, slides safely at home to score a run as Lincoln’s Mallory Wagner waits for the throw during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
Linclln’s Kiana Chavez hits a single during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Ava Arucan delivers a pitch during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Ava Arucan delivers a pitch during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
Lincoln’s Remi Cooks hits a single during a varsity softball game against St. Mary’s at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Ava Arucan delivers a pitch during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
Lincoln’s Lailanee Jocson hits a single during a varsity softball game against St. Mary’s at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St/ Mary’s Maya Garcia, left, bobbles the throw as Lincoln’s Alexa Delucchi makes it safely to first during a varsity softeball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St/ Mary’s Maya Garcia, left bobble the throw as Lincoln’s Alexa Delucchi makes it safely to first during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Olivia Harris hits a single during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Mckenzie Abriol, front, bobbles the throw as Lincoln’s Alexa Delucchi slides safely at second during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St/ Mary’s Maya Garcia, left bobble the throw as Lincoln’s Alexa Delucchi makes it safely to first during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Lailah Lyons hits a single during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Olivia Harris makes contact during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Brooklyn Medina hits a single during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Mckenzie Abriol, left, dives to home play to score a run as Lincoln’s Mallory Wagner waits for the throw during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Olivia Harris make contact during a varsity softball game against Lincoln at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
St. Mary’s Brooklyn Medina, left, slides safely at home to score a run as Lincoln’s Mallory Wagner waits for the throw during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
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St. Mary's tops Lincoln in the last game of the season
Linclln’s Kiana Chavez hits a single during a varsity softball game at Arnaiz Stadium in Stockton on May 5, 2026. St. Mary’s won 6-4.
The road to a Sac-Joaquin Section title starts now.
Twenty San Joaquin County softball teams punched their ticket to the postseason, with first-round games beginning May 13.
Two county programs outside The Record’s usual coverage area — Ben Holt College Prep Academy and Elliott Christian — also made the cut after putting together seasons too good to leave out.
League titles, winning streaks and regular-season records helped teams get here. From this point on, though, none of that guarantees anything.
One bad inning can end a season. One clutch hit can keep it alive.
Before postseason softball officially begins, here is where every county team finished in league play.
San Joaquin Athletic Association: Bear Creek (second), Edison (third)
Tri-City Atlantic League: Tracy (first), Kimball (second), Lodi (third), St. Mary's (fourth), Lincoln (fifth)
Valley Oak League: Oakdale (second), Manteca (third), East Union (fourth), Mountain House (fifth), Sierra (seventh)
Trans Valley League: Escalon (second), Ripon (third)
Sierra Valley Conference: Liberty Ranch (second), Galt (seventh)
Central California Athletic Alliance League: BHCPA (first), Millennium (fourth)
Mother Lode League: Linden (second)
Mountain Valley League: Elliot Christian (first)
Now comes the part everyone waits for.
Who did each team draw? Which programs landed favorable seeds? And which ones have what it takes to still be standing with a section title on the line May 23?
Here is the complete first-round schedule, organized by division from Division I through Division VII.
Note: Results and future-round schedules will be posted separately after each round.
Division I
No. 13 Lincoln (13-14) at No. 4 Oak Ridge (12-10), 4 p.m.
No. 14 Mountain House (10-11) at No. 3 Davis Sr. (14-11), 4 p.m.
