Softball Game Preview: Williamstown Yellowjackets vs. Gilmer County Titans

Williamstown is on a three-game streak of home losses, and Gilmer County a three-game streak of away losses. However, someone's due for a change in luck on Wednesday. The Williamstown Yellowjackets will be playing at home against the Gilmer County Titans at 5:00 p.m. Williamstown has given up an average of 9.7 runs per game this season, but Wednesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.

Williamstown lost 13-5 to St. Marys on Tuesday.

Shayle Montgomery was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and three RBI. That home run marked the first that she launched this season.

Meanwhile, Gilmer County hadn't done well against Wahama recently (they were 0-8 in their previous eight matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Titans narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the White Falcons 7-6. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Titans have posted since April 5, 2024.

Kaydee Martin and Paige Montgomery did most of the damage at the plate: Martin went 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one double, while Montgomery went 2-for-3 with one home run and two RBI. Kaelyn Mullins was another key player, scoring two runs while going 1-for-2.

Gilmer County hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They are 10-2 when they post two or more strikeouts.

Gilmer County has been performing well recently as they've won nine of their last 12 contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-5 record this season. Those wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.9 runs on average over those games. As for Williamstown, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-12.

Williamstown suffered a grim 11-1 defeat to Gilmer County when the teams last played back in April of 2024. Will the Yellowjackets have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.