The Cordova Lancers will challenge the West Park Panthers at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Cordova has given up an average of 11.5 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Things were looking good for Cordova after they put the first run on the board on Thursday, but unfortunately for them things went downhill from there. They came up short against Antelope, falling 17-6. The Lancers have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Nyah Brown was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two doubles, and one run. Sarah-Irene Njuki was another key player, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with one RBI.
Meanwhile, West Park waltzed into their game on Thursday with six straight wins... but they left with seven. They never let the Cougars get on the board and left with a 19-0 win. The Panthers might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five contests by ten runs or more this season.
Jessica Cochran was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in February.
In other batting news, Vivianna Martinez was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with one home run and four runs. Those four runs gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Jolene White, who went 2-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and two doubles.
West Park kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 20 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least nine hits in seven consecutive matchups.
West Park's victory was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 11-5. Those road wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 20.0 runs over those games. As for Cordova, their loss dropped their record down to 5-11.
Cordova's speedy runners might be the difference in Tuesday's game. The Lancers have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.6 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for West Park, though, as they've been averaging only 1.4 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Cordova continue to outrun the ball?
Cordova suffered a grim 20-0 defeat to West Park when the teams last played back in April. Will the Lancers 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.
