Titans Crush Four Homers in Blowout Win Over Belleville West

Glenwood softball team powers past Maroons with dominant offensive performance at home

Mar. 21, 2026 at 11:34pm

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The Glenwood Titans softball team crushed four home runs, including two by Ava Bobb, to defeat Belleville West 10-0 in the first game of a Saturday doubleheader. Pitcher Alyvia Streb also had a standout game, driving in runs at the plate and striking out 15 batters.

Why it matters

The Titans' offensive outburst and lopsided victory over a conference rival demonstrates their potent lineup and ability to win convincingly at home, which could bode well for their chances of contending for a league title and making a deep playoff run.

The details

Ava Bobb hit two home runs that cleared the left field scoreboard, while Hope Gilmore and Ryleigh Kiel also homered for the Titans. Alyvia Streb contributed three hits and drove in a couple runs, and she was dominant in the circle, striking out 15 Belleville West batters.

  • The game took place on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
  • It was the first game of a doubleheader for the Titans.

The players

Ava Bobb

A Titans player who hit two home runs in the game.

Hope Gilmore

A Titans player who hit a home run in the game.

Ryleigh Kiel

A Titans player who hit a home run in the game.

Alyvia Streb

The Titans' pitcher, who struck out 15 batters and also contributed three hits and a couple RBIs at the plate.

Belleville West

The Titans' conference rival that they defeated 10-0 in the game.

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What’s next

The Titans will host Mt. Zion on Tuesday for their next game.

The takeaway

The Titans' dominant offensive performance, led by multiple home runs and a standout pitching effort, demonstrates their potential to be a force in their conference and make a deep playoff run this season.