Softball Game Preview: Hazleton Area Cougars vs. Northampton Konkrete Kids

The Hazleton Area Cougars will face off against the Northampton Konkrete Kids at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. Hazleton Area has given up an average of 9.4 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Northampton is facing Hazleton Area at the wrong time: Hazleton Area suffered their first home loss of the season on Tuesday and they're likely out for redemption. They came up short against the Patriots, falling 19-5. The Cougars have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Kayla Lagowy was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. The team also got some help courtesy of Olivia Williams, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.

Meanwhile, Northampton waltzed into their match on Wednesday with three straight wins... but they left with four. They came within a single run of losing the streak, but they secured a 3-2 W against the Rovers.

Northampton pushed their record up to 10-3 with the win, which was their sixth straight at home dating back to last season. The home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.5 runs over those games. As for Hazleton Area, their loss was their first in the conference, dropping their conference record down to 4-1 and their overall record down to 5-3.

Hazleton Area might still be hurting after the 12-1 defeat they got from Northampton in their previous matchup back in April of 2024. Will the Cougars 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.