Tug Valley proved they can win big on Monday (they won by eight) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They skirted past the East Ridge Warriors 8-7. Winning may never get old, but the Panthers sure are getting used to it with their third in a row.
Dawson Richardson
| 05/14/26 @ East Ridge | 3 |
| 04/23/26 @ Hannan | 3 |
| 04/18/26 @ Calhoun | 3 |
| 04/17/26 @ Westside | 3 |
| 04/18/26 @ Gilmer County | 2 |
| + 13 more games |
The team relied heavily on Dawson Richardson, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with one run. He is becoming a predictor of Tug Valley's success: when he posts at least three hits the team is undefeated (and 12-15 when he doesn't).
Richardson wasn't the only one making solid contact: Tug Valley kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. The Panthers are 7-2 when they post 11 or more hits.
Tug Valley now has a winning record of 16-15. As for East Ridge, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-17 record this season.
Tug Valley will challenge Shelby Valley at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for East Ridge, they will square off against Pike County Central at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Hawks have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 6.83 runs per game on average), something the Warriors will no doubt try to take advantage of.
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