Softball Game Preview: West Marion Trojans vs. Tylertown Chiefs

West Marion is 9-1 against Tylertown since February of 2016 and they'll have a chance to extend that dominance on Friday. The Trojans will head out on the road to face off against the Chiefs at 6:30 p.m. West Marion is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.7 runs per game this season.

While West Marion's win against Lawrence County wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Trojans narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Cougars 11-10. The pitching woes were uncharacteristic for the Trojans, who until this match were averaging 2.29 runs allowed.

Baylee Parrett

Hits (Career)

04/10/25 @ Lawrence County	3
03/28/25 @ Our Lady Academy	2
04/08/24 vs Perry Central	2
02/22/25 vs Wayne County	1
02/11/25 vs West Harrison	1

The team relied heavily on Baylee Parrett, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one triple. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Gracie Odom was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.

Meanwhile, Tylertown was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their 11th straight loss. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-6 heartbreaker at the hands of Perry Central.

Mar'Keriyah Youngblood was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-3. Ti'Miah (Minnie) Wilson also deserves some recognition as she got her first hit of the season.

The win snapped West Marion's losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 18-3 record. As for Tylertown, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-17-1.

Friday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. West Marion has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .550. However, it's not like Tylertown struggles in that department as they've averaged .516. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.

Everything went West Marion's way against Tylertown in their previous meeting back in March, as West Marion made off with a 15-0 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Trojans since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.