Benjamin Russell's game on Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Thursday. They came out on top against the Handley Tigers by a score of 6-1. For the Wildcats, this counts as revenge for the 18-3 victory the Tigers walked away with the last time they faced one another back in March of 2024.
Aubrey Chapman spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on three hits.
At the plate, Arionna Ware and Cheyenne Fuller did most of the damage at the plate: Ware went 1-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run, while Fuller got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs. That's the most RBI Ware has posted since back in February. Zada Maxwell also deserves some recognition as she brought in her first RBI of the season.
Benjamin Russell's win bumped their record up to 14-17-1. As for Handley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 14-17-1 record this season.
Benjamin Russell will host Central of Clay County at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Handley, they will take on Elmore County in a tournament on Friday. The Tigers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Panthers have averaged an impressive 8 runs per game this season.
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