Shadyside barely beat Shenandoah the last time the pair played, but that sure wasn't the case this time around. The Tigers were the clear victors by an 11-1 margin over the Zeps on Wednesday. The win continues a trend for the Tigers in their matchups with the Zeps: they've now won four in a row.
Ariana Saxton
| 05/07/25 vs Shenandoah | 9 |
| 04/30/25 @ Martins Ferry | 12 |
| 04/24/25 @ Buckeye Local | 10 |
| 04/23/25 vs Monroe Central | 5 |
| 04/23/25 vs Monroe Central | 9 |
| + 7 more games |
Ariana Saxton spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up nine Ks. She has been consistent for a while: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 12 consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Ali Weatherson was incredible, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, two RBI, and one double. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April. Another player making a difference was Kamryn Parker, who went 1-for-5 with one home run and two runs.
Shadyside always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .553. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Shadyside now has a winning record of 12-11. As for Shenandoah, they are on a 16-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-13.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Shadyside will head out to square off against Caldwell at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Redskins will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something the Tigers surely won't give up without a fight. As for Shenandoah, they will challenge River at 5:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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