Softball Game Preview: Shades Valley Mounties vs. Oxford Yellow Jackets

The Shades Valley Mounties will face off against the Oxford Yellow Jackets at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The timing is sure in Shades Valley's favor as the squad sits on seven straight wins at home while Oxford has been banged up by three consecutive losses on the road.

Tuesday just wasn't the day for Shades Valley's offense. They lost 15-0 to Pell City on Tuesday. The contest marked the first time this season in which the Mounties were not able to get on the board.

Meanwhile, Oxford came up short against Alexandria on Tuesday and fell 5-1.

Shades Valley's loss dropped their record down to 11-4. As for Oxford, their defeat dropped their record down to 11-14.

Shades Valley suffered a grim 19-4 defeat to Oxford in their previous matchup on Thursday. Will the Mounties have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.