Water Valley is 0-10 against Calhoun City since March of 2016 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Water Valley Blue Devils will be playing in front of their home fans against the Calhoun City Wildcats at 6:30 p.m. Water Valley is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 7.3 runs per game this season.
Water Valley was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. Their rough 14-0 loss to Ingomar might stick with them for a while. While getting shut out isn't ideal, Water Valley has not been shut out since back in March.
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.
Meanwhile, in what's become a running theme this season, Calhoun City gave their fans yet another huge victory on Friday. They never let Palmer onto the board and left with an 18-0 win. The victory was familiar territory for Calhoun City who now have nine in a row.
Madison Buckley made a big impact no matter where she played. She tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also only allowed one walk). Buckley has been consistent recently: 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.
Water Valley's defeat dropped their record down to 3-8. As for Calhoun City, they pushed their record up to 15-4-2 with that win, which was their ninth straight at home.
Tuesday's matchup will be a test for both team's pitchers. Water Valley hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .355. However, it's not like Calhoun City struggles in that department as they've averaged .344. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Water Valley might still be hurting after the 11-1 loss they got from Calhoun City in their previous matchup back in March of 2023. Will Water Valley have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
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