Ritchie County has gone a perfect 5-0 against Calhoun recently and they'll look to pad the win column further on Tuesday. The Rebels will head out to face off against the Red Devils at 5:00 p.m. Ritchie County is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season.
Ritchie County was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Ravenswood on Friday. The Rebels were the clear victors by a 10-4 margin over the Red Devils. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest win the Rebels have posted against the Red Devils since May 11, 2021.
Rocklyn Marcum was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in seven consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, four runs, and two RBI.
Abby Cox
| 04/24/26 vs Ravenswood | 3 |
| 04/17/26 @ Doddridge County | 2 |
| 04/14/26 @ Williamstown | 2 |
| 04/07/26 vs Tyler | 2 |
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Abby Cox, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Chelsie Jeffrey was another key player, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Ritchie County always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .528. That was just more of the same: they've now posted an OBP of .500 or higher in five consecutive matchups.
Meanwhile, Calhoun was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-2 heartbreaker at the hands of Wirt County.
Remedy Riddel spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and one unearned) runs on four hits and racked up 14 Ks.
On the hitting side, Faith McClain made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 2-for-3 with one home run and one stolen base. She also brought in an RBI, marking her first of the season.
Ritchie County has been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-6 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.9 runs on average over those games. As for Calhoun, their loss dropped their record down to 4-16.
Calhoun's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Ritchie County has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .473. It's a different story for Calhoun, though, as they've only averaged .303. Will they be able to contain Ritchie County's hitters?
Ritchie County got the 'W' when the teams last played back in March against Calhoun by a conclusive 10-0 score. The rematch might be a little tougher for the Rebels since the team won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
