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| 04/23/26 - Home | 6-3 W |
| 04/07/26 - Away | 10-0 W |
| 04/29/24 - Away | 9-5 W |
| 04/13/23 - Home | 0-1 L |
| 04/04/23 - Home | 6-5 W |
| + 5 more games |
Shelby Valley came into Thursday's game having lost seven straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They walked away with a 6-3 win over the Betsy Layne Bobcats on Thursday. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 10-0 on April 7th.
Colton Varney made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits (and only one walk). He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs and one triple. That's the most runs he has posted since back in March.
In other batting news, Kaleb Tackett was excellent, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, one run, and one RBI. Those two stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Gavin Tackett also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Shelby Valley always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .559. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Shelby Valley's victory bumped their record up to 4-13. As for Betsy Layne, they have been struggling recently as they've lost 11 of their last 12 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-17 record this season.
Shelby Valley will face off against Magoffin County at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday. Betsy Layne will be paying especially close attention to the Wildcats' matchup: after the Wildcats face off against East Ridge, they'll take on Betsy Layne again at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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