Softball Preview: Northfield Nighthawks vs. Thomas Jefferson Spartans
Northfield has been on the road for four straight, but on Tuesday they'll finally head home. They will host the Thomas Jefferson Spartans at 4:00 p.m. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty run totals in their previous games.
Northfield is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They had just enough and edged Denver East out 20-18. The victory was some much needed relief for the Nighthawks as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Bella Robles was incredible, getting on base in five of her six plate appearances with three runs, four RBI, and a stolen base. Another player making a difference was Maeve McKae, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Northfield always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .549. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Meanwhile, Thomas Jefferson got themselves on the board against Rangeview on Thursday, but Rangeview never followed suit. They were the clear victor by a 15-0 margin over the Raiders. The win was some much needed relief for the Spartans as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Eva Miller-Sanchez made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Miller-Sanchez was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Sophia Varholak and Allison Hockett did most of the damage at the plate: Varholak scored three runs while going 3-for-3, while Hockett scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-3. Those runs were Varholak's first of the season. Ella Storey was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-2.
Northfield's victory bumped their record up to 2-5. As for Thomas Jefferson, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
Northfield suffered a grim 15-3 defeat to Thomas Jefferson in their previous matchup back in September of 2023. Will Northfield 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.
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