Softball Preview: Canyon Ridge Riverhawks vs. Wood River Wolverines
The Canyon Ridge Riverhawks will stay at home for another game and welcome the Wood River Wolverines at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Canyon Ridge scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Thursday. They were the clear victor by an 18-3 margin over Minico. The victory was just what Canyon Ridge needed coming off of a 14-8 defeat in their prior matchup.
Tylee Heider was a major factor no matter where she played. She pitched three innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits (she also only allowed one walk). Heider was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Elsie Summerfield was incredible, scoring three runs while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was Audrey Wood, who scored three runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Wood River waltzed into their contest on Saturday with two straight wins... but they left with three. They blew past the Huskies 21-7.
Hannah McLaren was a standout: she scored four runs and stole a base while going 4-for-4. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. Rylee Funk was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-2.
Canyon Ridge is on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five games, which provided a massive bump to their 6-5-1 record this season. As for Wood River, their win bumped their record up to 6-3.
Tuesday's match will be a test for both team's pitchers. Canyon Ridge hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .371. However, it's not like Wood River struggles in that department as they've averaged .441. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Canyon Ridge might still be hurting after the 9-1 loss they got from Wood River when the teams last played back in May of 2023. Will Canyon Ridge have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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