Softball Game Preview: Riverside Vikings vs. Pittston Patriots

The Riverside Vikings will head out on the road to square off against the Pittston Patriots at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Riverside will be strutting in after a victory while Pittston will be coming in after a loss.

On Tuesday, Riverside made easy work of Scranton and carried off a 24-3 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Vikings.

Addie Smith

Batters Struck Out

03/25/25 @ Scranton	5
03/24/25 vs Montrose	7
03/20/25 @ Scranton Prep	7

Addie Smith made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 3-for-3 with six RBI, three doubles, and one run.

In other batting news, Riverside got a massive performance out of Mackenzie Keller, who scored four runs while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances. Tierra Schiavo was another key player, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with four RBI and two runs.

Meanwhile, Pittston had to start their season on the road on Saturday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They came up short against Mid Valley, falling 11-1.

Jillian Haas was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-2 with one home run.

Riverside now has a winning record of 2-1. As for Pittston, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-1.