For the second straight game, Vardaman will face off against Wheeler. The Rams will take on the Eagles at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Vardaman knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with ten runs or more in their past five matchups -- so hopefully Wheeler likes a good challenge.
Vardaman is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Thursday. They were the clear victors by an 11-1 margin over Wheeler. The result was nothing new for the Rams, who have now won 18 games by seven runs or more so far this season.
Tyler Hill
| 04/23/26 vs Wheeler | 8 |
| 04/17/26 vs Tremont | 9 |
| 04/07/26 @ French Camp Academy | 5 |
| 03/31/26 vs Calhoun City | 15 |
| 03/24/26 @ Houlka | 9 |
Tyler Hill spent all six innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on four hits and racked up eight Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Jack Moore was a standout: he went 1-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. Taylen Carter also deserves some recognition as he hit his first triple of the season.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Vardaman kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That's the most hits they've posted since back in March.
Vardaman's victory was their 13th straight at home, which pushed their record up to 20-5. The home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.3 runs on average over those games. As for Wheeler, their defeat dropped their record down to 14-11.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Friday as neither team is afraid to steal. Vardaman has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.1 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Wheeler struggles in that department as they've been averaging an even more impressive 4.5 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
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