Softball Preview: Pinecrest Academy Cadence Cougars vs. Cimarron-Memorial Spartans
Pinecrest Academy Cadence has been on the road for four straight, but on Monday they'll finally head home. They will take on the Cimarron-Memorial Spartans at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Pinecrest Academy Cadence is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.1 runs per game this season.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence lost 15-5 to Sierra Vista on Thursday.
Aliyah Kolish was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Cimarron-Memorial gave their fans yet another huge win on Thursday. Their pitcher stepped up to hand Bonanza an 11-0 shutout. The victory was a breath of fresh air for Cimarron-Memorial as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
The team relied heavily on Jasmine Ponce, who fired off two home runs, three runs, and three RBI while going 3-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Mariana Ponce, who scored two runs while going 2-for-2.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence has been struggling recently as they've lost nine of their last 11 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-14 record this season. As for Cimarron-Memorial, their win bumped their record up to 13-10.
Monday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Pinecrest Academy Cadence has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .445. However, it's not like Cimarron-Memorial struggles in that department as they've averaged .456. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Pinecrest Academy Cadence suffered a grim 15-0 defeat to Cimarron-Memorial in their previous meeting on April 5th. Will Pinecrest Academy Cadence have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
