Softball Game Preview: Walther Christian Academy Broncos vs. Addison Trail Blazers

By Team Reports Apr 5, 2024, 2:23am

Softball Preview: Walther Christian Academy Broncos vs. Addison Trail Blazers

Walther Christian Academy is 0-4 against Addison Trail since April of 2017 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Walther Christian Academy Broncos have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome the Addison Trail Blazers at 4:30 p.m. Addison Trail took a loss in their last matchup and will be looking to turn the tables on Walther Christian Academy, who comes in off a win.

After only two runs in their last contest, Walther Christian Academy made sure to put some runs up on the board against Francis W. Parker last Tuesday. Walther Christian Academy skirted past Francis W. Parker 15-14.

Jocelyn Rivera made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also only allowed one walk). Rivera was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-4.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Selah Argueta, who went 1-for-3 with a home run, three stolen bases, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Leslie Anguiano, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.

Meanwhile, Thursday just wasn't the day for Addison Trail's offense. They fell 5-0 to Wheaton-Warrenville South on Thursday. The game marked that first time this year in which Addison Trail was not able to get on the board.

Walther Christian Academy made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-2. As for Addison Trail, their loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 3-3.

Walther Christian Academy might still be hurting after the 16-5 defeat they got from Addison Trail in their previous meeting back in April of 2022. Will Walther Christian Academy 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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