Prep roundup: Valley Christian rallies to beat No. 1 St. Francis, share WCAL softball title

The St. Francis softball team had won 14 in a row overall, 14 consecutive over Valley Christian and 27 straight in league play when it stepped onto the field Friday for its regular-season finale.

Valley Christian was right on the Mountain View powerhouse’s tails, though.

Needing a win over St. Francis to share the West Catholic Athletic League championship with the Lancers, Valley Christian achieved its mission, winning 9-7 in remarkable fashion.

The home team spotted St. Francis — ranked No.