Park Vista's varsity softball team defeated Viera 3-2 in a non-conference game on Friday, February 25 at Viera High School. The Cobras, who entered the game with a 22-6 record, held off the 13-10 Hawks to claim the win. The final score was confirmed by J. DellaRocca, a local sports reporter covering the game.
The contest, played in front of a modest crowd, saw both teams struggle offensively. Park Vista scored one run in the first inning and added two more in the third, while Viera managed a single run in the third and another in the sixth. The Cobras' defense held strong in the later innings to preserve the narrow lead.
Viera's offense, which had been averaging 6.2 runs per game entering the matchup, was held to just seven hits. Park Vista's pitching staff, led by senior pitcher Emily Carter, limited the Hawks to one earned run. Carter struck out five batters and allowed only two walks in the complete-game effort.
The win improves Park Vista's record to 22-6 on the season, while Viera falls to 13-10. The game was part of a scheduled non-conference series between the two Brevard County rivals, with the next matchup set for March 10 at Park Vista High School. No injuries were reported on either side following the contest.