It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Watauga had no problem doing just that on Tuesday. They were the clear victors by a 12-2 margin over the Dudley Panthers.
Brett Vannoy looked comfortable as he pitched four innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.
Pioneers
| 05/05/26 vs Dudley | 53.8% |
| 04/29/26 vs Alexander Central | 30.8% |
| 04/27/26 vs McDowell | 37.5% |
| 04/24/26 vs St. Stephens | 34.6% |
| 04/21/26 @ McDowell | 35.5% |
| + 39 more games |
Watauga was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .538. The last time their batting average was this high was back in March of 2025.
Watauga's record now sits at 16-10. As for Dudley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost ten of their last 11 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-17 record this season.
As of now, neither Watauga nor Dudley have any future games scheduled.
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