Kingman/Norwich has won seven straight games at home (dating back to last season), while Haven has won seven straight on the road, but those streaks won't matter much on Monday. The Eagles will host the Wildcats at 4:00 p.m. Kingman/Norwich is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 10.4 runs per game this season.
While Kingman/Norwich's win against Chaparral wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Eagles had just enough and edged out the Roadrunners 9-7. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Eagles have posted since April 2nd.
| 04/23/26 vs Chaparral | 3 |
| 04/09/26 vs Belle Plaine | 2 |
| 03/30/26 vs Chaparral | 2 |
| 04/24/25 @ Chaparral | 2 |
| 04/24/25 @ Chaparral | 2 |
Elizabeth Wallace was incredible, going 3-for-4 with three runs, two RBI, and one double. Those three runs gave her a new career-high. Caylor Helm was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one triple, one run, and one RBI.
Kingman/Norwich hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post two or more strikeouts.
Meanwhile, while Haven put up plenty of runs on Friday, the same can't be said for Nickerson. The Wildcats were the clear victors by a 15-0 margin over the Panthers. The result was nothing new for the Wildcats, who have now won ten contests by six runs or more so far this season.
Paige O'Neal was a major factor no matter where she played. She tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. She has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Mayzie Warden and Morgan O'Neal did most of the damage at the plate: Warden went 1-for-3 with three runs, one double, and one RBI, while Morgan went 1-for-2 with two runs and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Avery Brawner, who went 1-for-2 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Kingman/Norwich's win bumped their record up to 9-5. As for Haven, their victory bumped their record up to 14-1.
Monday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Kingman/Norwich has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .471. However, it's not like Haven struggles in that department as they've averaged .454. 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.
