Softball Game Preview: Cypress Springs Panthers vs. Langham Creek Lobos

Cypress Springs is 0-10 against Langham Creek since March of 2020 but things could change on Friday. The Panthers will be playing at home against the Lobos at 6:00 p.m. Cypress Springs has given up an average of 13.4 runs per game this season, but Friday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Cypress Springs is headed into Friday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Tuesday. They lost 16-0 to Bridgeland.

Meanwhile, Langham Creek entered their tilt with Cypress Woods on Tuesday with eight consecutive wins, and they'll enter their next game with nine. They had just enough and edged out the Wildcats 5-3. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since April 10, 2023, but that streak is no more.

Karli Challburg was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out six over seven innings pitched. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than one walk in 14 consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.

In other batting news, Mia Martinez was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March of 2024. Another player making a difference was Izabella Amato-Ramirez, who scored a run while going 1-for-4.

Langham Creek's win was their eighth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 18-4. The road victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.3 runs on average over those games. As for Cypress Springs, their loss dropped their record down to 2-10-1.

Cypress Springs suffered a grim 16-0 defeat to Langham Creek in their previous matchup back in March. Will the Panthers 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.