Softball Game Preview: Marsing Huskies vs. Nampa Christian Trojans

Marsing is 0-10 against Nampa Christian since April of 2021 but things could change on Monday. The Huskies will welcome the Trojans at 5:00 p.m. Marsing is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.1 runs per game this season.

Marsing saw some tournament action on Saturday. They walked away with a 7-2 victory over American Falls.

Natalie Thoene was excellent, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base, one run, and one double. Another player making a difference was Lily Thoene, who went 1-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double.

Marsing was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .375. They are a perfect 7-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.

Meanwhile, Nampa Christian came up short against Fruitland on Friday and fell 13-10. The Trojans have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Myranda Van Vliet was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. Chloe Shook was another key player, going a perfect 5-for-5 with two runs and one double.

Marsing's win bumped their record up to 10-8. As for Nampa Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 11-3.

The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Monday as neither team is afraid to steal. Marsing has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.9 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Nampa Christian struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 4.6 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.

Marsing might still be hurting after the 9-0 defeat they got from Nampa Christian when the teams last played two weeks ago. Will the Huskies have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.