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Regional Quarterfinals Preview: Justin Northwest vs. Burleson Centennial Softball
Softball continues to to inch closer and closer to the state tournament. Heading into the Regional Quarterfinals of Texas high school softball, there are plenty of great Dallas-Fort Worth area teams to watch! Two teams ready to make a splash? The Justin Northwest Lady Texans (26-7, 12-2) and the Burleson Centennial Lady Spartans (25-7, 13-1). VYPE DFW lays out just what fans can expect headed into this series!
Justin Northwest Lady Texans (26-7, 12-2)
What To Expect:
Both teams have strong hitters and both teams host phenomenal defensive players. With the skillsets to shut down opponents like none other in the metroplex, both Justin Northwest and Burleson Centennial softball teams have made names for themselves throughout recent seasons. This matchup is one for the books.
Burleson Centennial has been known to start strong, stay strong, and build off of momentum. Justin Northwest is known for coming into the game ready to set the tone. Fans aren't going to want to take their eyes off of this one. Game one of the Regional Quarterfinals series is set to begin at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11 at Burleson Centennial. Game two will take place Thursday at 7 p.m. at Justin Northwest. If a game three is necessary it will be played on Friday at 7 p.m. with a location yet to be determined.
Northwest Girls Soccer starts season with a bang
The Northwest Lady Texans soccer team opened up their schedule on Tuesday, January 11 with a victory on the road. The team is looking to make their first playoff appearance since the 2016-17 season. With the Lady Texans' strength showing on Tuesday, there is not doubt that this squad is certainly set up for greatness!
In their first game of the season, the Lady Texans posted a 3-0 win over Fort Worth Chisholm Trail. Rachel Hand started off the scoring with a goal off of a free kick. Not long after, Hand found Jenna Nolting on a corner kick and Nolting was able to send the ball into the net. Jenna Kirk was able to score the team's third goal in the 38th minute and the Lady Texans went on to win the match.
Northwest is slated to face-off against a handful of really great teams during their preseason play including the likes of Kennedale, Aledo, Argyle, and more before heading into their district schedule. The Lady Texans, looking strong on the field, can be expected to play with quick-footed offense. Not only does the team have a strong set of scorers, though, the Lady Texans are equipped with a great set of defensive players. Fans can expect the team to make a strong campaign towards one of their best seasons yet!