Waverly was handed a heart-breaking two-run loss in their last contest, but they sure didn't let that happen against South Webster on Wednesday. The Tigers were the clear victors by a 15-6 margin over the Jeeps. The Tigers not only won on Wednesday, but they posted their biggest win since March 29, 2024.
Lexi Smith
| 04/02/25 @ South Webster | 1 |
| 04/01/25 @ Southeastern | 2 |
| 03/29/25 @ Fairfield | 1 |
| 03/29/25 vs Clay | 2 |
| 03/27/25 vs Zane Trace | 1 |
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Lexi Smith spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and three unearned) runs on four hits and racked up ten Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, Waverly let Ava Robertson and Addi Hudnell run wild. Robertson went 3-for-4 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs, while Hudnell scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4. That home run was Robertson's first of the season. Caris Risner was another key player, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 3-for-5.
They weren't the only ones working in the hit department: Waverly kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as South Webster only managed six hits.
Waverly picked up their first road win, bumping their record up to 2-5. As for South Webster, the defeat was their first at home , dropping their record down to 4-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. We've got a battle between Tigers coming up. McClain has struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed ten runs per game on average), something Waverly will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for South Webster, they will take on Oak Hill at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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