The Tolsia Rebels will take on the Teays Valley Christian Lions at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Tolsia knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with ten runs or more in their past three contests -- so hopefully Teays Valley Christian likes a good challenge.
While Tolsia's win against Van wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. Tolsia came out on top in a nail-biter against Van on Saturday, sneaking past 11-10.
Luke Williamson made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Williamson was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Trevor Copley, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. He also hit a double, marking his first of the season. Another player making a difference was Brayden Rogers, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Tolsia always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .706. That was just more of the same: they've now posted an OBP of .520 or higher every time they've taken the field this season.
Meanwhile, Teays Valley Christian came up short against Elk Valley Christian on Thursday and fell 10-7. The loss was the Lions' first of the season.
Like Tolsia, Teays Valley Christian also got a great game from a two-way player: Ryan Breeding. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over four innings pitched. That's the most strikeouts Breeding has posted since back in March of 2024. He was also big at the plate, scoring a run while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, Brody Bradley was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing four bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in March of 2024.
The victory got Tolsia back to even at 2-2. As for Teays Valley Christian, their defeat was their first of the season and makes their record 3-1.
Tuesday's game might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Tolsia has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .701. However, it's not like Teays Valley Christian struggles in that department as they've averaged .444. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Tolsia suffered a grim 21-3 defeat to Teays Valley Christian in their previous matchup back in April of 2024. Will Tolsia have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more baseball content.
