Softball Recap: Williamstown Wins Going Away Against Valley

After having lost a blowout in their previous game against Doddridge County, Williamstown was happy to have turned things around on Wednesday. They put the hurt on the Valley Lumberjacks with a sharp 14-2 victory. The Yellowjackets might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won three contests by eight runs or more this season.

Gracie Rush was incredible, going 3-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Taytum Oates, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances.

Williamstown always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .525. They are a perfect 4-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.

Williamstown now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Valley, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 0-5.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Williamstown will square off against St. Marys at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Williamstown's pitchers better be ready for this one: St. Marys has averaged an impressive 8.8 runs per game this season. As for Valley, they will face off against Magnolia at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.