Waverly was handed a heart-breaking two-run defeat in their last match, but they sure didn't let that happen against Nebraska City on Monday. The Vikings blew past the Pioneers 15-5. The Vikings' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Luci Thieman looked comfortable as she struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks any time she's pitched this season.
At the plate, Waverly got a massive performance out of Blakeley Meyers, who got on base in all four of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI. With that strong performance, Meyers is now averaging an impressive 1.2 stolen bases per game. Tenley Peery was another key player, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with one home run.
Waverly always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .594. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Nebraska City only posted an OBP of .375.
Vikings
| 08/25/25 @ Nebraska City | 15-5 |
| 08/23/25 @ Omaha Westside | 6-8 |
| 08/21/25 vs Gross Catholic | 12-0 |
| 08/21/25 vs Ralston | 9-6 |
| 10/07/24 vs Elkhorn | 4-12 |
Waverly's victory ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 3-1. As for Nebraska City, their loss dropped their record down to 3-2.
Coming up, Waverly will face off against Elkhorn at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. This will be the Vikings' first chance to prove their worth in the conference. As for Nebraska City, they will venture away from home to face off against Ralston at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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