Valley's game on Wednesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They were the clear victors by a 17-2 margin over the Waggener Wildcats. The high-scoring performance was a welcome turnaround for the Vikings' hitters, who had struggled in the games prior.
Kaydence Bailey was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out ten batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off one hit. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with one triple, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Makenna Perry was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with five stolen bases, four runs, and one triple. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March of 2025. Another player making a difference was Jadelynn Dixon, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with seven stolen bases and four runs.
Valley always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .788. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Waggener only posted an OBP of .278.
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| 03/26/26 - Home | 17-2 W |
| 04/22/25 - Away | 12-21 L |
| 04/22/25 - Away | 28-27 W |
| 03/27/25 - Home | 24-31 L |
| 05/16/24 - Home | 17-28 L |
| 03/25/24 - Away | 17-21 L |
Valley's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Waggener, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Valley will head out to take on Presentation at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Waggener, they will face off against Fort Knox at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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