Minico is on an 11-game streak of home losses dating back to last season, and Canyon Ridge a 17-game streak of away losses also dating back to last season. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Thursday. The Minico Spartans will host the Canyon Ridge Riverhawks at 3:00 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Minico couldn't beat Wood River on Thursday even though they stacked five runs on them in the third inning. The Spartans came up short against the Wolverines, falling 23-6.
Minico saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Madi Fowler, who went 2-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI. Another was Nye Salinas, who got on base in two of her three plate appearances with two stolen bases and one run.
The home team had won the previous four meetings between Canyon Ridge and Burley, and Burley kept the tradition alive. The Riverhawks lost 10-3 to the Bobcats on Tuesday.
Audrey Wood made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 4-for-4 with one stolen base and one run.
Canyon Ridge's loss dropped their record down to 1-13. As for Minico, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-16.
Minico's speedy runners might be the difference in Thursday's match. The Spartans have been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 2.9 stolen bases per game. It's a different story for Canyon Ridge, though, as they've been averaging only 1.4 stolen bases. Will they be able to secure the bases, or will Minico continue to outrun the ball?
Minico might still be hurting after the 18-3 loss they got from Canyon Ridge in their previous meeting back in April of 2024. Will the Spartans 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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