Bellevue West faced Millard South in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Tuesday. The Thunderbirds came up short against the Patriots, falling 14-2. Having soared to a lofty 11 runs in the game before, the Thunderbirds couldn't push the score so high this time.
Bellevue West saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jaycee Woodard, who went a perfect 1-for-1 with one run. Brooklyn Phephles also deserves some recognition as she snagged her first stolen base of the season.
Bellevue West's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Millard South, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 3-4 record this season.
Bellevue West will look to takes advantage of their home field for the first time this season as they takes on Elkhorn South at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Thunderbirds' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Storm have averaged an impressive 8.2 runs per game this season. As for Millard South, they will be taking part in a tournament against Gretna East at 11:00 a.m. on Friday.
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