The Water Valley Blue Devils will take on the Independence Wildcats at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Water Valley has given up an average of 10 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
Water Valley is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They were the clear victor by a 27-12 margin over Rosa Fort on Wednesday. The result was nothing new for the Blue Devils, who have now won seven matchups by 12 runs or more so far this season.
Belle Belcher was a standout: she scored three runs and stole Two bases. while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances. What's more, she posted three hits, the most she's had since back in February of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Ryley Hill, who scored four runs and stole a base while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances.
Meanwhile, Independence came into Thursday's game having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with an 8-7 victory over Strayhorn two weeks ago.
Water Valley has been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 8-5 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 16.7 runs over those games. Independence picked up their first home win, bumping their record up to 2-4.
Water Valley suffered a grim 18-3 defeat to Independence when the teams last played back in March of 2024. Will Water Valley have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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