For the second straight game, Glendale will face off against Copper Canyon. The Cardinals will look to defend their home field on Thursday against the Aztecs at 7:00 p.m. Glendale has given up an average of 11.2 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Glendale will roll into the game after a wild two-game stretch: they only put up two runs on Monday, then bounced right back against Copper Canyon on Tuesday. The Cardinals put the hurt on the Aztecs with a sharp 23-13 win. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Cardinals as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Janessa Gabaldon Lucero
| 04/22/25 @ Copper Canyon | 10 |
| 04/21/25 vs Mohave | 1 |
| 04/17/25 vs Independence | 7 |
| 04/15/25 @ Independence | 4 |
| 04/11/25 @ Carl Hayden Community | 4 |
| + 18 more games |
Janessa Gabaldon Lucero made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out ten batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and 11 unearned) runs off ten hits. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in March of 2024. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of her six plate appearances with four stolen bases, three runs, and one double.
In other batting news, Reeanah Sesma was a standout: she got on base in five of her six plate appearances with four runs, four RBI, and one triple. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lesly Gonzalez Nava, who got on base in five of her six plate appearances with four stolen bases, three runs, and one triple.
Glendale always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .585. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Copper Canyon only posted an OBP of .357.
Glendale's win bumped their record up to 8-10. As for Copper Canyon, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 5-13.
Thursday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Glendale has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .477. However, it's not like Copper Canyon struggles in that department as they've averaged .472. 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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