Softball Recap: Ririe Triumphs

Ririe hadn't done well against Firth recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Wednesday. The Bulldogs narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Cougars 8-6. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 21-16 on April 8th.

Cheznee Smith

Batters Struck Out

04/23/25 vs Firth	13
04/22/25 vs Salmon	9
04/19/25 vs Marsh Valley	5
04/18/25 vs Marsing	8
04/18/25 vs West Side	6
+ 6 more games

Cheznee Smith was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 11 consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with three stolen bases and two runs.

In other batting news, Ava Escalera was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and one triple. Another player making a difference was Haylee Smith, who went 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and two doubles.

Ririe hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Firth struck out 12 times.

Ririe pushed their record up to 8-7 with the win, which was their third straight at home. Admittedly, the team didn't face the toughest opposition across those games, namely Firth, Salmon, and Soda Springs. As for the Cougars, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-12.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ririe will head out to take on Soda Springs at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Bulldogs' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Cardinals have averaged an impressive 10.1 runs per game this season. As for Firth, they will venture away from home to challenge Salmon at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.