Hoover hasn't had much luck against Burbank recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Tornados will look to defend their home field against the Bulldogs at 3:45 p.m. Hoover has given up an average of 7.8 runs per game this season, but Thursday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Things were looking good for Hoover after they put the first points on the board on Tuesday, but unfortunately for them things went downhill from there. They fell just short of Pasadena by a score of 16-15.
Natalie Menasaka
| 04/01/25 @ Pasadena | 3 |
| 03/17/25 vs Monroe | 1 |
| 03/04/25 vs Lawndale | 3 |
| 02/25/25 vs San Gabriel | 2 |
| 02/21/25 @ Van Nuys | 3 |
| + 2 more games |
Natalie Menasaka led a balanced group of hitters, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in four of her six plate appearances. Menasaka is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's snagged at least one every time she's taken the field this season. Another player making a difference was Haylee Malagon, who scored three runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Burbank fell victim to Crescenta Valley and their airtight pitching crew on Tuesday. They lost 13-0 to the Falcons. The Bulldogs haven't had much luck with the Falcons recently, as the team has come up short the last three times they've met.
Burbank's defeat dropped their record down to 4-10-1. As for Hoover, their loss dropped their record down to 9-3.
Hoover suffered a grim 11-2 defeat to Burbank in their previous meeting back in March of 2024. Will the Tornados have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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