Softball Game Preview: Gonzaga Prep Bullpups vs. Central Valley Bears

Gonzaga Prep hasn't had much luck against Central Valley recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. Gonzaga Prep will be playing in front of their home fans against Central Valley at 4:00 p.m. Gonzaga Prep has given up an average of 21.4 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Gonzaga Prep is headed into Thursday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 15th straight game dating back to last season on Tuesday. They came up short against Cheney, falling 21-5.

Reese Jones-Ross and Taryn Barbieri stepped up to the plate in a big way. Jones-Ross scored a run while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances, while Barbieri scored two runs while going 2-for-2. Those hits were Barbieri's first of the season.

Meanwhile, Central Valley beat Lewis & Clark 16-12 on Tuesday. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Bears.

Central Valley now has a winning record of 3-2-1. As for Gonzaga Prep, their loss dropped their record down to 0-5.

Gonzaga Prep suffered a grim 16-4 defeat to Central Valley in their previous meeting back in May of 2024. Will Gonzaga Prep 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.