The Wagener-Salley War Eagles will head out to challenge the Horse Creek Academy Stallions at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Wagener-Salley has given up an average of 9.8 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week.
While Wagener-Salley's victory against Calhoun County wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. Wagener-Salley had just enough and edged out Calhoun County 13-11. The high-scoring effort was just what the War Eagles needed considering they were shut out in their previous contest.
Makenley Walling
| 03/14/25 @ Calhoun County | 13 |
| 03/25/24 vs Hunter-Kinard-Tyler | 9 |
| 03/11/25 vs Calhoun County | 8 |
| 03/18/24 vs North | 5 |
| 03/13/24 vs American Leadership Academy | 5 |
Makenley Walling was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and seven unearned) runs off eight hits. Those 13 strikeouts gave her a new career-high. She was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Kylee Hooker was incredible, going 3-for-5 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. M Jackson was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-5.
Wagener-Salley kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 14 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Meanwhile, there's no place like home for Horse Creek Academy, who bounced back after a loss on the road on Thursday. They put the hurt on North with a sharp 15-0 win on Friday. The Stallions haven't had any issues with the Eagles recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive victory against them.
Like Wagener-Salley, Horse Creek Academy also got a great game from a two-way player: Allie Stuart. On the mound, she pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Stuart was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing Two bases. while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jessilyn Robatue, who scored two runs and stole Two bases. while going 1-for-1. The team also got some help courtesy of Addison Cartin, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-2.
The win got Wagener-Salley back to even at 2-2. As for Horse Creek Academy, their record now sits at 3-5.
Tuesday's match might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Wagener-Salley has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .457. However, it's not like Horse Creek Academy struggles in that department as they've averaged .483. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
