Softball Recap: Northfield Has No Trouble Against Denver East

Nighthawks

Margin (Wins)

09/02/25 @ Thomas Jefferson	17
09/25/25 vs Thomas Jefferson	16
09/13/25 vs Bennett	16
09/09/25 vs George Washington	15
08/23/25 vs Timnath	15

Northfield won against Thomas Jefferson on Thursday with 16 runs and they decided to stick to that run total again on Saturday. The Nighthawks blew past the Denver East Angels 16-4. The result was nothing new for the Nighthawks, who have now won 12 contests by nine runs or more so far this season.

Brielle Montoya was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out six over six innings pitched. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 3-for-5 with one triple and one RBI. Those three hits gave her a new career-high.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Ricki Ramirez, who went a perfect 5-for-5 with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Those five hits gave her a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Claire King, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with four runs, one stolen base, and one double.

Northfield kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 24 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in four consecutive games.

Northfield's record is now 13-5. As for Denver East, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last nine matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-11 record this season.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Northfield will venture away from home to square off against Vista PEAK Prep at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Denver East, they will head out to take on George Washington at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Patriots have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 13.75 runs per game on average), something the Angels will no doubt try to take advantage of.