The Weaver Bearcats will challenge the Glencoe Yellowjackets at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. Weaver is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.2 runs per game this season.
Weaver not only won on Friday, but they posted their biggest win since May 8, 2024. They were the clear victor by a 12-6 margin over Cleburne County. The victory continues a trend for the Bearcats in their matchups with the Tigers: they've now won three in a row.
Reyleigh Partner spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six runs (all of which were unearned) on eight hits. She has been consistent : she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Weaver got a massive performance out of Anna Shirvinski, who went 3-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. That home run marked the first that Shirvinski launched this season. Another player making a difference was Ashlyn Coleman, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Weaver was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .469. The last time their batting average was this high was back in April of 2024.
Meanwhile, Glencoe was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-8 heartbreaker at the hands of Jacksonville.
The win got Weaver back to even at 4-4. As for Glencoe, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-7.
Weaver couldn't quite get it done against Glencoe in their previous matchup back in May of 2024 as they fell 10-6. Will Weaver have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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