Baseball Recap: River View Gets the Win

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Previous 6 Games

05/07/26 - Away	3-2 W
05/08/25 - Home	12-18 L
04/25/24 - Away	0-10 L
04/27/23 - Home	4-2 W
04/01/22 - Away	11-1 W
04/01/21 - Home	3-2 W

River View took a six-run loss the last time they faced off against New Lexington, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Black Bears had just enough and edged out the Panthers 3-2. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Black Bears have posted since April 6th.

River View moved to 5-12 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak. As for New Lexington, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 8-10 record this season.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. River View will square off against Conotton Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Black Bears' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Rockets have averaged an impressive 6.8 runs per game this season. As for New Lexington, they will take on Liberty Union at 5:15 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season.