Softball Preview: Northridge Grizzlies vs. Severance Silver Knights
Northridge and Severance are an even 4-4 against one another since September of 2020, but likely not for long. The Northridge Grizzlies will face off against the Severance Silver Knights at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Northridge is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.9 runs per game this season.
Northridge's hitters might be in the hot seat on Monday considering what happened against Berthoud on Thursday. They came up short against the Spartans, falling 12-0. The defeat continues a trend for the Grizzlies in their matchups with the Spartans: they've now lost three in a row.
Meanwhile, Severance suffered their closest loss since August 19, 2023 on Tuesday. They fell just short of Berthoud by a score of 2-0.
Aubrey Dare spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned runs on four hits and racked up nine Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances.
Even though they lost, Severance didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with nine strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Berthoud only tossed six.
Northridge's defeat dropped their record down to 7-5. As for Severance, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 11-3-1.
Monday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Northridge has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of 0. However, it's not like Severance struggles in that department as they've averaged 0. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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