Roanoke Rapids and Nash Central are an even 4-4 against one another since April of 2016, but likely not for long. The Roanoke Rapids Yellowjackets will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against the Nash Central Bulldogs at 6:00 p.m. Each of these teams will be fighting to keep a win streak alive as Roanoke Rapids comes in on three and Nash Central on four.
Last Thursday, Roanoke Rapids sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 win over Bunn.
Alayna Davis was incredible, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-4. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. Kaylee Collier was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, Nash Central can now show off four landslide victories after their most recent game on Thursday. They put the hurt on North Johnston with a sharp 9-2 victory.
DANA WEBB was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched seven innings while giving up just two earned runs off seven hits (she also didn't allow any walks). WEBB was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 1-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on LYDIA HILL, who scored a run while going 2-for-4. Another player making a difference was GRACYN KING, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Roanoke Rapids' win bumped their record up to 6-1. As for Nash Central, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six contests, which provided a nice bump to their 7-2 record this season.
Roanoke Rapids might still be hurting after the 9-1 loss they got from Nash Central in their previous matchup back in May of 2023. Will Roanoke Rapids have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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