Valley is 1-9 against Lyons since October of 2019 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Vikings will look to defend their home field against the Lions at 4:00 p.m. Valley has given up an average of 11.2 runs per game this season, but Tuesday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Valley had taken Platte Valley down for two straight games at home, but that winning streak came to an end on Monday. The Vikings came up short against the Broncos, falling 11-4. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Vikings have suffered against the Broncos since September 13, 2022.
Adrianne O'Dell and Sophia Rodriguez stepped up to the plate in a big way. O'Dell went 3-for-4 with two runs and one double, while Rodriguez went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and two RBI. That double was O'Dell's first of the season. Another player making a difference was Danica Flesner, who went 3-for-4 with one stolen base and one double.
Meanwhile, Lyons made easy work of Silver Creek on Saturday and carried off a 14-4 win. Considering the Lions have won nine games by more than seven runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
Gretta Wynja made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out nine batters over five innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Wynja was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one double and one RBI.
In other batting news, Lyons got a massive performance out of Dahlia Oviatt, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with four stolen bases, four runs, and one double. That's the most hits Oviatt has posted since back in August. Ava Vasquez was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three doubles.
Valley's defeat dropped their record down to 6-13. As for Lyons, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 13-5 record this season.
Tuesday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Valley hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .429. However, it's not like Lyons struggles in that department as they've averaged .349. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Valley suffered a grim 10-0 defeat to Lyons in their previous matchup back in October of 2024. Will the Vikings have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
