Valwood's game last Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. They came out on top against the Terrell Academy Eagles by a score of 7-3. This was payback for the Valiants, who suffered a 9-6 loss the last time these two teams met.
Colson Smith was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Smith was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one stolen base and one RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Dustin Gibbs, who scored two runs and stole Two bases. while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in February of 2024. Dywan Powell was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three RBI and one stolen base.
Valiants
| 03/12/25 vs Terrell Academy | 7-3 |
| 03/04/25 vs Fullington Academy | 15-0 |
| 02/21/25 vs Clinch County | 12-5 |
| 04/29/24 vs Frederica Academy | 8-4 |
| 04/29/24 vs Frederica Academy | 5-4 |
| + 3 more games |
Valwood's win was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-1. The wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.6 runs on average over those games. As for Terrell Academy, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-4.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Valwood will host Echols County at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Valwood is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 8.6 runs per game this season. As for Terrell Academy, they will challenge Valwood at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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