Softball Game Preview: Barberton Magics vs. Copley Indians

Barberton is 0-6 against Copley since March of 2021 but things could change on Thursday. The Magics will be playing at home against the Indians at 5:00 p.m. Copley took a loss in their last contest and will be looking to turn the tables on Barberton, who comes in off a win.

Barberton took a seven-run defeat the last time they faced off against Roosevelt, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Magics came out on top in a nail-biter against the Rough Riders on Wednesday, sneaking past 5-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Magics have posted since March 15, 2024.

Cassie Moore made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Those hits were her first of the season. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. That's the most hits she has posted since back in April of 2024.

In other batting news, Natalie Snider was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-3. Layla Murrey also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.

Meanwhile, Copley lost 16-6 to Aurora on Wednesday. The loss continues a trend for the Indians in their meetings with the Greenmen: they've now lost six in a row.

Barberton's victory ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-5. As for Copley, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-9.

Barberton suffered a grim 18-6 defeat to Copley when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Can the Magics avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.