Calhoun City has enjoyed the comforts of home their last three games, but now they'll head out on the road. They will challenge the Water Valley Blue Devils at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Calhoun City's pitching crew has only allowed two runs per game this season, so Water Valley's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
Calhoun City scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Friday. They blew past Palmer 18-0. The result was nothing new for Calhoun City, who have now won 11 games by ten runs or more so far this season.
Madison Buckley was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also only allowed one walk). Buckley has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Buckley was also big at the plate, going 4-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and a double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jenna Nichols, who went 2-for-2 with a home run, three runs, and a triple. Kenley Parker was another key contributor, going 2-for-2 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
Meanwhile, Thursday just wasn't the day for Water Valley's offense. They fell victim to a rough 14-0 loss at the hands of Ingomar on Thursday. Water Valley's defeat continues an unfortunate trend for the team, making it four in a row.
Water Valley saw one different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Kemorya Neely, who went 1-for-2 with a stolen base.
Calhoun City's win was their ninth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 15-4-2. Those victories were due in large part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.9 runs per game. As for Water Valley, their loss dropped their record down to 3-8.
Tuesday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Calhoun City has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .477. However, it's not like Water Valley struggles in that department as they've averaged .488. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Everything went Calhoun City's way against Water Valley in their previous meeting back in March of 2023 as Calhoun City made off with an 11-1 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for Calhoun City since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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