Softball Preview: Valley Christian Trojans vs. Globe Tigers
Valley Christian is 3-0 against Globe since March of 2022, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Valley Christian Trojans will be staying on the road to face off against the Globe Tigers at 6:00 p.m. Valley Christian is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 12.7 runs per game this season.
Valley Christian can now show off 16 landslide victories after their most recent match on Thursday. They blew past Scottsdale Christian Academy 20-0.
Leigha Kremlacek and Makay Fraley were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Kremlacek tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Fraley struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two hits in five consecutive pitching appearances. At the plate, Kremlacek went 3-for-3 with five RBI, two doubles, and a run, while Fraley went 2-for-2 with a home run, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kat Hanson, who scored three runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-5. Ryann Nelson was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Meanwhile, Globe was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell just short of American Leadership Academy - Ironwood by a score of 9-7.
Valley Christian has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 14 of their last 15 contests, which provided a nice bump to their 19-2 record this season. As for Globe, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-10.
Valley Christian took their win against Globe in their previous matchup back in April of 2023 by a conclusive 13-1. The rematch might be a little tougher for Valley Christian since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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