Softball Game Preview: Indian Springs Thunderbirds vs. Pahranagat Valley Panthers

Indian Springs is 1-9 against Pahranagat Valley since May of 2021 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. Indian Springs will be playing at home against Pahranagat Valley at 1:00 p.m. Indian Springs has given up an average of 13.5 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Indian Springs is headed into Friday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game last Friday. They lost 18-0 to Laughlin. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last seven times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.

Meanwhile, Pahranagat Valley got the win against Round Mountain on Friday by a conclusive 11-5. The Panthers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three contests by six runs or more this season.

Hadee Walch spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on six hits. What's more, she posted five strikeouts, the most she's had since back in May of 2024.

At the plate, Alivia Walch was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Cami Cannon, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4.

Indian Springs' defeat dropped their record down to 2-6. As for Pahranagat Valley, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-6.

Indian Springs suffered a grim 16-1 defeat to Pahranagat Valley when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Will Indian Springs have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.