Softball Game Preview: Hoover Tornados vs. Glendale Nitros

The Hoover Tornados will face off against the Glendale Nitros at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.

Hoover is headed into Tuesday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Friday. They came up short against Muir, falling 15-0.

Meanwhile, Glendale lost 13-1 to Burbank on Monday.

Glendale saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jade Marquez, who went 1-for-3 with one triple and one RBI.

Hoover's defeat dropped their record down to 12-9. As for Glendale, they dropped their record down to 10-13-1 with the loss, which was their eighth straight on the road.

Tuesday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Hoover hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .338. However, it's not like Glendale struggles in that department as they've averaged .357. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.

Hoover might still be hurting after the 10-0 defeat they got from Glendale in their previous meeting back in April of 2024. Will the Tornados have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.