Wirt County took a six-run loss the last time they faced off against Williamstown, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Tigers won by a run and slipped past the Yellowjackets 8-7. That's two games straight that the Tigers have won by just one run.
Addison Smith
| 04/30/26 @ Williamstown | 9 |
| 04/27/26 @ Calhoun | 11 |
| 04/24/26 vs Tyler | 7 |
| 04/21/26 @ Roane County | 5 |
| 04/20/26 @ Ritchie County | 5 |
| + 8 more games |
Addison Smith made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out nine batters over seven innings while giving up six earned (and one unearned) runs off ten hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 13 consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Rylee Noland, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI and one double. Another player making a difference was Kyra Wine, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with two runs and one RBI.
Wirt County kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. They are 5-2 when they post 11 or more hits.
The victory made it two in a row for Wirt County and bumps their season record up to 7-12. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of one runs across that stretch. As for Williamstown, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last ten matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-16 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Wirt County will square off against Elk Valley Christian at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. The Tigers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Eagles have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season. As for Williamstown, they will head out to challenge Gilmer County at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Titans' pitching crew has only allowed two runs per game this season, so the Yellowjackets' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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