West hadn't done well against Knoxville Central recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Rebels walked away with an 8-3 victory over the Bobcats. That's the third time they've managed to beat them this season, with their most recent win being a 9-1 victory back in April.
Brooke Weaver made a big impact no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing seven innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off nine hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two runs.
Brooklyn Burnett
| 05/01/26 vs Knoxville Central | 2 |
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brooklyn Burnett, who went 3-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and one stolen base. Those two doubles gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Ella Blaire Bibee, who went 2-for-3 with two doubles, two RBI, and one run.
West was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .483. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Knoxville Central only posted a batting average of .345.
West's record is now 17-12. As for Knoxville Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 13 of their last 15 matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-19 record this season.
As of now, neither West nor Knoxville Central have any future games scheduled.
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