Softball Game Preview: Mars Fightin' Planets vs. North Hills Indians

Mars hasn't had much luck against North Hills recently, but that could start to change on Monday. The Fightin' Planets will take on the Indians at 1:00 p.m. Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Mars will roll into the game after a wild two-game stretch: they only put up one run on Wednesday, then bounced right back against Penn Hills on Thursday. The Fightin' Planets were the clear victors by a 15-0 margin over the Indians. Considering the Fightin' Planets' hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.

Makenna White looked comfortable as she pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.

Abby Robinson

Runs (Career)

04/17/25 @ Penn Hills	4
04/02/25 vs Penn Hills	3
04/04/25 vs North Hills	2
03/31/25 @ Plum	2
04/16/25 vs Plum	1

At the plate, the team relied heavily on Abby Robinson, who went 2-for-3 with four runs, one triple, and two RBI. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Allie Walukiewicz was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.

Meanwhile, North Hills posted their closest win since May 13, 2024 on Thursday. They had just enough and edged out New Castle 9-8. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Indians.

Mars' victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-11. As for North Hills, their record now sits at 6-3.

Mars couldn't quite get it done against North Hills in their previous matchup two weeks ago as they fell 9-4. Can the Fightin' Planets avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.