Softball Game Preview: Stamford Black Knights vs. Darien Blue Wave

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Stamford and Darien are an even 5-5 against one another since April of 2018, but likely not for long. The Black Knights will welcome the Blue Wave at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.

Darien will be up against a hot Stamford team: the squad just extended their winning streak to three. The Black Knights put the hurt on Bridgeport Central with a sharp 24-1 win on Monday. While the Black Knights didn't have the best season last year (they finished 5-12), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.

Meanwhile, Darien faced Wilton in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Monday. The Blue Wave never let the Warriors get on the board and left with a 6-0 victory. The game was the first time the Blue Wave have beaten the Warriors on their field since May 17, 2022.

The result came thanks to Vivian Knott's shutout, as she gave up just two hits and racked up 18 Ks. Those 18 strikeouts set a new season-high mark for her.

On the hitting side, Emma Hamilton was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. The team also got some help courtesy of Bella McCarthy, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run.

Stamford's win bumped their record up to 6-3. As for Darien, their victory bumped their record up to 7-1.

Stamford might still be hurting after the 11-0 defeat they got from Darien when the teams last played back in March. Will the Black Knights have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.