Fort Chiswell's game on Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Wednesday. They came out on top against the Giles Spartans by a score of 4-1. Surprisingly, this marked the Pioneers' fourth straight game in which the away team has come away the victor.
Blair Jackson
| 04/30/25 @ Giles | 18 |
| 04/29/25 @ Auburn | 7 |
| 04/15/25 @ Bland County | 6 |
| 04/14/25 @ Marion | 15 |
| 04/08/25 @ Galax | 18 |
| + 6 more games |
Blair Jackson made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out 18 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in 11 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two doubles and one RBI. That's the most doubles she has posted since back in May of 2024.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Payton Nester, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with two triples, two runs, and one stolen base. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Lilly Goforth, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with three stolen bases and one RBI.
Fort Chiswell's record now sits at 8-5. As for Giles, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 8-5.
Looking ahead, Fort Chiswell will head out on the road to challenge George Wythe at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Giles, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Narrows at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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