Things are heating up in local high school softball. Here's a preview of some stand-out girls varsity softball games on the calendar from in and around Los Angeles, selected using data from high school sports site MaxPreps.

(Hoodline offers data-driven analysis of local happenings and trends across cities. Details like game dates/times and team records are based on data provided by MaxPreps and may be subject to change; the latest up-to-date information is available at the links below.)

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Chatsworth vs. San Pedro

The Chatsworth Chancellors (24-4-1) have a playoff game against the San Pedro Pirates (14-7) at home on Thursday, May 9. It all goes down at 10027 Lurline Ave. in Chatsworth, starting at 3 p.m.

Northridge Academy vs. Bravo

On Thursday, May 9, the Northridge Academy Pumas (16-4) face off against the Bravo Knights (10-5) in a home playoff game. The clash will begin at 3 p.m. at 9601 Zelzah Ave. in Northridge.

San Fernando vs. Granada Hills Charter

On Thursday, May 9, the San Fernando varsity Tigers (23-5-1) have a home playoff game against the Granada Hills Charter Highlanders (17-10). The first pitch is set for 3 p.m. at 11133 Omelveny Ave. in San Fernando.

Discovery vs. Verdugo Hills

The Discovery Warriors (20-6) have a playoff game against the Verdugo Hills Dons (9-10-2) at home on Thursday, May 9. The first pitch is set for 3 p.m. at 13570 Eldridge Ave. in Pacoima.

Hamilton vs. View Park

On Thursday, May 9, the Hamilton varsity Yankees (17-4) have a home playoff game against the View Park Knights (11-4). The faceoff will take place at 3 p.m. at 2955 S. Robertson Blvd.

Banning vs. El Camino Real

On Thursday, May 9, the Banning varsity Pilots (17-11) have a home playoff game against the El Camino Real Conquistadors (18-9). It all goes down at 1527 Lakme Ave. in Wilmington, starting at 3 p.m.

Chavez vs. Venice

The Chavez Eagles (19-13) have a playoff game against the Venice Gondoliers (11-12) at home on Thursday, May 9. The tussle is set for 3 p.m. at 1001 Arroyo Ave. in San Fernando.

Eagle Rock vs. Palisades

The Eagle Rock Eagles (14-8) have a playoff game against the Palisades Dolphins (8-11-1) at home on Thursday, May 9. The faceoff will take place at 3 p.m. at 1750 Yosemite Drive.

Sherman Oaks CES vs. Hollywood

On Thursday, May 9, the Sherman Oaks CES Knights (11-8-1) will meet the Hollywood Sheiks (11-4) in a home playoff game. The game is set for 3 p.m. at 18555 Erwin St. in Reseda.

Roosevelt vs. Sylmar

On Thursday, May 9, the Roosevelt Rough Riders (14-3) will meet the Sylmar Spartans (16-16) in a playoff game on their own turf. The first pitch is scheduled for 3 p.m. at 456 S. Matthews St.

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