Gunderson is 7-2 against Overfelt since March of 2015, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Friday. The Gunderson Grizzlies will head out on the road to challenge the Overfelt Royals at 4:00 p.m. Both teams are coming into the match red-hot, with Gunderson sitting on five straight victories and Overfelt on seven.
Gunderson stacked a fifth blowout win onto their ever-increasing hoard on Wednesday. They blew past Hill 18-2. Despite the win, that was the fewest runs Gunderson has scored all season.
Alanna Martinez Poklong made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned runs off three hits (and only one walk). Martinez Poklong has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Martinez Poklong was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and a triple.
In other batting news, Gunderson got a massive performance out of Desirae Regalado, who scored three runs while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Breanna Bartek, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
Overfelt had a rough season last year, but they look ready to turn that poor record around this year. Everything went their way against Yerba Buena on Wednesday as Overfelt made off with a 29-7 victory. That 22 run margin sets a new team best for Overfelt this season.
Like Gunderson, Overfelt also got a great game from a two-way player: Daijaah Jones. She struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up five earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Jones was even better at the plate, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 4-for-5.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Cynthia Arellano, who fired off four home runs, nine RBI, and six runs while going 6-for-6. The team also got some help courtesy of Mya Eti, who went 4-for-6 with a home run, three stolen bases, and three runs.
Gunderson pushed their record up to 5-0 with that win, which was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season. As for Overfelt, their record is now 7-2.
Friday's contest might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Gunderson has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .701. However, it's not like Overfelt struggles in that department as they've averaged .627. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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