ALA - Queen Creek hasn't had much luck against Poston Butte recently, but that could start to change on Tuesday. The Patriots will host the Broncos at 3:45 p.m. ALA - Queen Creek has given up an average of 7.2 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
ALA - Queen Creek is coming in off a wild two-game stretch: after soaring to 16 runs on Thursday, they were much more limited against Flagstaff on Saturday. They came up short against the Eagles, falling 11-1.
Meanwhile, Poston Butte was not the first on the board last Thursday, but they got there more often. They were the clear victors by a 14-8 margin over Crismon. The result was nothing new for the Broncos, who have now won 14 matches by six runs or more so far this season.
Poston Butte got a massive performance out of Jasmine Barrera, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. Kimberly Westover was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI.
Poston Butte was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .387. They are 13-2 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
ALA - Queen Creek now has a losing record of 11-12. As for Poston Butte, their win bumped their record up to 14-8.
Tuesday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. ALA - Queen Creek has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .469. However, it's not like Poston Butte struggles in that department as they've averaged .504. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
ALA - Queen Creek came up short against Poston Butte in their previous matchup back in April of 2024, falling 7-3. Will the Patriots have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
