Pioneer High School softball had a successful 2026 season, finishing second in the Monticello Empire League and earning the No. 1 seed in the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section Division IV playoffs.
- The Patriots advanced to the semifinals after a bye and a 7-2 win over Yuba City. - They lost 8-5 in extra innings to Wood in the semifinals, falling one win short of the championship game.
- Senior Marisa Bryson was named league MVP and will play at Stanford; four players earned First Team All-League honors. The team’s strong performance and individual accolades highlight a season of growth and achievement.