No. 2 Softball to Open Playoffs Hosting No. 15 Merced

Oroville, Calif. - The second-seeded Butte softball team will host 15th-seeded Merced for the first round of the CCCAA Northern Region Softball Playoffs.

The Roadrunners earned the automatic berth by earning the Golden Valley Conference crown, boasting a 39-1 overall record and a perfect 20-0 mark in conference play.

Merced finished second in the Central Valley Conference, chalking up a 18-17 overall record and 11-4 in league competition.

The series opens on Friday, May 6 at 2 p.m. before game two on Saturday, May 7 at 12 p.m. If necessary, a game three will take place at approximately 2 p.m.

Ticket prices are $12 for adults and $8 for senior citizens (60+), children 12 and under, students (with valid ID), and faculty and staff each day. All tickets must be purchased via the Butte Athletics Box Office or via check at the ticket table on the day of game.