Softball Recap: Wirt County Has No Trouble Against Paden City

After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Gilmer County, Wirt County was happy to have turned things around on Friday. They never let the Paden City Wildcats get on the board and left with a 20-0 win. That 20 run margin sets a new team best for the Tigers this season.

Adi Smith

Runs Batted In (Career)

04/18/25 @ Paden City	3
03/21/25 vs Roane County	2
04/09/25 @ Calhoun	1
03/29/25 @ Williamstown	1

Adi Smith made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She struck out nine batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Smith was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with four stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kylee Ross, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, three stolen bases, and five RBI. What's more, she posted three runs, the most she's had since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Allison Neff, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.

Wirt County always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .824. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.

Wirt County's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-9. As for Paden City, they dropped their record down to 0-13-1 with the loss, which was their 12th straight at home dating back to last season.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wirt County will head out to take on Nitro at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. As for Paden City, they will venture away from home to challenge Catholic Central at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Crusaders have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 17.22 runs per game on average), something the Wildcats will no doubt try to take advantage of.