Softball Game Preview: Gilbert Yellowjackets vs. Nonnewaug Chiefs

Gilbert is 0-10 against Nonnewaug since April of 2021 but things could change on Monday. The Yellowjackets will host the Chiefs at 3:45 p.m.

After dropping their season opener at home, Nonnewaug is headed out to face a Yellowjackets squad ready to give their home crowd a win. Gilbert lost 19-0 to Thomaston last Thursday.

Meanwhile, Nonnewaug waltzed into their game on Wednesday with six straight wins... but they left with seven. Everything went their way against the Spartans as they made off with a 14-2 victory. The Chiefs might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won five contests by eight runs or more this season.

Scarlett Ivey spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on five hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.

On the hitting side, Gianna DeLorenzo was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in June of 2025. The team also got some help courtesy of Ashlynn Blum, who went 2-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.

Nonnewaug hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least four batters in four consecutive matchups.

Gilbert might still be hurting after the 19-1 loss they got from Nonnewaug in their previous matchup back in May of 2025. Will the Yellowjackets 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.