Softball Game Preview: Ridgevue Warhawks vs. Capital Golden Eagles

The Ridgevue Warhawks will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against the Capital Golden Eagles at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.

Ridgevue is coming home looking for redemption after taking a loss in their road opener. They lost 22-2 to Skyview on Wednesday. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it nine in a row.

Ainhoa Bow made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-2 with two RBI and one double.

Meanwhile, Capital won against Vallivue on Wednesday with 11 runs and they decided to stick to that run total again on Thursday. Capital's pitcher stepped up to hand Centennial an 11-0 shutout. The Golden Eagles haven't had any issues with the Patriots recently, as the game was their fifth consecutive victory against them.

Kiya Caltabiano was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits over five innings pitched. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-low in walks (zero). She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base and two RBI.

In other batting news, McKenna Chavez was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, four RBI, and two doubles. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Lizzy Turpen, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.

Capital kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in seven consecutive matches dating back to last season.

Ridgevue might still be hurting after the 16-0 loss they got from Capital when the teams last played back in March of 2024. Will Ridgevue 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.