John Battle won the last time they faced Ridgeview, and things went their way on Tuesday too. The John Battle Trojans came out on top against the Ridgeview Wolfpack by a score of 12-7.
Taylor Childress spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and six unearned) runs on eight hits and racked up seven Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, John Battle let Parker Elton and Madison Bowery loose on the outfield. Elton went 3-for-5 with four RBI, a run, and a double, while Bowery scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Raniah Gaitor was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
John Battle's victory bumped their record up to 6-2-1. As for Ridgeview, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. John Battle will take on Elizabethton at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Ridgeview, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Shelby Valley at 6:15 p.m.
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