Recap: Ligonier Valley Rams vs. Southmoreland Scotties
There's no place like home for Ligonier Valley, who bounced back after a tough loss on the road last Monday. They came out on top against the Southmoreland Scotties by a score of 5-1 on Friday. That's more bragging rights for Ligonier Valley, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Leo Bazala and Tyler Smith made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Bazala struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Smith pitched two innings while giving up no earned run off two hits (he also only allowed one walk). At the plate, Bazala scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2, while Smith went 3-for-3 with an RBI.
They weren't the only ones making solid contact as one players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Parker Hollick, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Ligonier Valley made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-2. As for Southmoreland, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ligonier Valley will take on Greensburg Central Catholic at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Southmoreland, they will head out on the road to square off against Monessen at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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