Softball Game Preview: Maple Shade Wildcats vs. Delran Bears

The Maple Shade Wildcats will square off against the Delran Bears at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Maple Shade has given up an average of 10.2 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Maple Shade is probably headed into the matchup with a chip on their shoulder considering Nottingham just ended the team's three-game winning streak on Tuesday. They came up short against the Northstars, falling 16-4. The contest marked the Wildcats' lowest-scoring game so far this season.

Meanwhile, Delran got the win against Westampton Tech on Wednesday by a conclusive 9-2. Considering the Bears have won seven matchups by more than five runs this season, Wednesday's blowout was nothing new.

Maple Shade's loss dropped their record down to 3-2. As for Delran, their win bumped their record up to 9-1.

Maple Shade suffered a grim 16-0 defeat to Delran in their previous matchup back in April of 2025. Will the Wildcats 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.