Softball Preview: Lakewood Tigers vs. Chatfield Chargers
Lakewood hasn't had much luck against Chatfield recently, but that could start to change on Saturday. The Lakewood Tigers will look to defend their home field against the Chatfield Chargers at 10:00 a.m. Given that both suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Last Tuesday, Lakewood didn't have quite enough to beat Ralston Valley and fell 5-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Tigers have suffered against the Mustangs since September 22, 2016.
Madison Reisbeck spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and two unearned) runs on nine hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, NeVaeh Roybal made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with a home run.
Meanwhile, Chatfield faced Valor Christian in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Thursday. Chatfield came up short against Valor Christian, falling 12-3. It was the first time this season that the Chargers let down their fans at home.
Lexie Balfanz was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with a triple, a double, and an RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Kendall Davros, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Lakewood's loss dropped their record down to 4-7. As for Chatfield, their defeat ended a ten-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 6-4.
Fans could be in store for some top-tier slugging on Saturday. Lakewood hasn't had any problems when it comes to power this season, having averaged 0.9 home runs per game. However, it's not like Chatfield struggles in that department as they've been averaging 1.7. With so much power on both teams, it'll be down to the pitchers to keep the mound locked down.
Lakewood might still be hurting after the 15-0 loss they got from Chatfield when the teams last played back in October of 2023. Will Lakewood have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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