After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Lookout Valley brought some dynamite into their most recent match. They had just enough and edged the Ooltewah Owls out 10-9. Lookout Valley's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Cambree Smith was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in four of her five plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Bridgette Rollins, who scored two runs while going 3-for-5.
On Ooltewah's side, Alex Haynes made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 3-for-5. Courtney Hughes was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 1-for-5.
Lookout Valley's victory ended a seven-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-6. As for Ooltewah, their defeat was their sixth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 5-12.
Lookout Valley will take on Copper Basin at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Lookout Valley has given up an average of 10.5 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week. As for Ooltewah, they will be playing at home against Oak Ridge at 1:00 p.m. in their first game on Saturday. Ooltewah is facing Oak Ridge at the right time seeing as Oak Ridge is stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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