Buffaloes
| 04/14/26 @ Carroll County | 7-4 |
| 03/26/26 vs Patrick County | 9-0 |
| 03/18/26 @ Christiansburg | 15-7 |
Floyd County hadn't done well against Carroll County recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Tuesday. The Buffaloes came out on top against the Cavaliers by a score of 7-4. Those seven runs were actually the fewest the Buffaloes have put up all season, but given the result they're probably not too concerned.
Emma Biesterveld spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on six hits.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Lilly Mier-Gillispie, who got on base in four of her five plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and two RBI. Ava DeJesus was another key player, getting on base in three of her five plate appearances with three runs, one double, and one RBI.
Floyd County hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their strikeout total in four consecutive matchups.
Floyd County's win was their fifth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 5-0. Those road victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 2.4 runs on average this season. As for Carroll County, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-5 record this season.
Floyd County will venture away from home to square off against Giles at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Carroll County, they will welcome Fort Chiswell at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Cavaliers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Pioneers have averaged an impressive 8.1 runs per game this season.
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