Softball Game Preview: Glenns Ferry Pilots vs. Melba Mustangs

Glenns Ferry is 0-6 against Melba since March of 2015 but things could change on Tuesday. The Glenns Ferry Pilots will host the Melba Mustangs at 5:00 p.m. Melba took a loss in their last match and will be looking to turn the tables on Glenns Ferry, who comes in off a win.

Glenns Ferry's pitching crew heads into the game hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Friday. Everything went their way against Idaho City as Glenns Ferry made off with an 18-0 win. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Pilots as it put an end to their three-game losing streak dating back to last season.

Taylor Martinez was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out 13 over five innings pitched. Martinez was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing Three bases. while going 2-for-4. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in April of 2024.

In other batting news, Glenns Ferry got a massive performance out of Peyton Stewart, who scored four runs and stole Two bases. while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. That's the most runs Stewart has posted since back in April of 2024. Sahira Arevalo was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.

Meanwhile, Melba unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They lost 22-5 to Wendell on Friday. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it seven in a row.

Analyse Durham was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.

Glenns Ferry couldn't quite get it done against Melba when the teams last played back in April of 2024 as they fell 5-1. Will Glenns Ferry 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.