Oliver Springs is 9-1 against Coalfield since April of 2021 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Tuesday. The Bobcats will head out on the road to face off against the Yellow Jackets at 6:00 p.m. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory.
Oliver Springs' pitching crew heads into the game hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Friday. They were the clear victors by a 15-0 margin over Jellico. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Bobcats.
Chyanne Ray
| 04/04/25 vs Jellico | 6 |
| 03/28/25 vs Rhea County | 1 |
| 03/27/25 @ Sunbright | 4 |
| 03/22/25 @ Eagleton College & Career Academy | 2 |
| 03/21/25 @ Anderson County | 2 |
| + 2 more games |
Chyanne Ray was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. That's the most strikeouts she has posted over her last seven matches. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with five RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Emmeline Patton and Carlee Gallaher did most of the damage at the plate: Patton scored two runs while going 3-for-3, while Gallaher went 1-for-2 with one triple, two RBI, and one run. That's the most hits Patton has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Cianna Armetta, who scored three runs while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances.
Oliver Springs always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .815. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Meanwhile, Coalfield hadn't done well against King's Academy recently (they were 0-4 in their previous four matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way last Thursday. The Yellow Jackets put the hurt on the Lions with a sharp 12-1 win. The Yellow Jackets not only won last Thursday, but they posted their biggest win since March 17th.
Olivia Laymance spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on three hits and racked up 13 Ks. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't given up more than two walks in nine consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Coalfield got a massive performance out of Lilly Claire Lowe, who scored four runs while going 2-for-3. Lowe also put up a double, which was her first of the season. Gracie Davis was another key player, going 3-for-4 with three runs, one triple, and one RBI.
Coalfield's record is now 10-2-1. As for Oliver Springs, they now have a winning record of 7-6.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Oliver Springs hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .324. However, it's not like Coalfield struggles in that department as they've averaged .340. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Oliver Springs couldn't quite finish off Coalfield when the teams last played back in March and fell 5-3. Can the Bobcats avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
