The Chandler Wolves will take on the Basha Bears at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday. Chandler has given up an average of 7.5 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Chandler is headed into Thursday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Tuesday. They came up short against Gilbert, falling 11-3. Wolves fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team's lost against the Tigers since on Tuesday.
Ariana Molina made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Maryn Schaffer, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-4.
Meanwhile, Basha made easy work of Sunnyslope on Tuesday and carried off a 14-3 victory. Considering the Bears have won 11 contests by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
Josie Karpenski looked comfortable as she pitched four innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Makaila Quinney was a standout: she fired off three home runs and six RBI while going 3-for-4. Those three home runs gave her a new career-high. Lainey Clapp was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs.
Basha kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 13 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Sunnyslope only managed three hits.
Chandler's loss dropped their record down to 10-16. As for Basha, they have been performing well recently as they've won 12 of their last 15 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 19-5 record this season.
Chandler's speedy runners might be the difference in Thursday's game. The Wolves have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 3.3 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Basha, though, as they've been averaging an even more impressive 0.8 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Chandler continue to outrun the ball?
Chandler suffered a grim 17-5 defeat to Basha when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Will the Wolves 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.
