Avery County extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to seven on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-2. They came up short against the University School Buccaneers, falling 12-4. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Vikings of the 7-3 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2025.
As for University School, they pushed their record up to 1-0 with the win, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season. The home victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 3.8 runs on average over those games.
For University School's part, Reece Williams made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out 12 batters over seven innings while giving up four earned runs off ten hits. Those 12 strikeouts gave Williams a new career-high. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Madison Luck was excellent, going 1-for-4 with four runs and two stolen bases. Ire Adeyemi was another key player, going 1-for-4 with one triple and one run.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Avery County will welcome Patton at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for University School, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against West Greene at 5:30 p.m.
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