Softball Preview: Desert Vista Thunder vs. Gilbert Tigers
The Desert Vista Thunder will be playing at home against the Gilbert Tigers at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.
On Thursday, Desert Vista faced Highland in a battle between two of the state's top teams. Desert Vista fell 11-6 to Highland. Desert Vista has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Mckenzie Leitgen and Katelyn Larney did some serious damage despite the final result: Leitgen scored a run while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances, while Larney scored a run while going 2-for-4. Laci Lopez was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Gilbert was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell just short of Corona del Sol by a score of 5-4.
Nikki Matejko was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3. Another player making a difference was Arianna Leon, who went 3-for-4 with an RBI.
Desert Vista's defeat dropped their record down to 15-7. As for Gilbert, their loss dropped their record down to 8-8.
Monday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Desert Vista has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .444. However, it's not like Gilbert struggles in that department as they've averaged .460. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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