Upper Scioto Valley scored the most runs they've had all season to find success on Monday. They were the clear victor by a 13-3 margin over the Ridgemont Golden Gophers. The win was just what Upper Scioto Valley needed coming off of a 14-1 loss in their prior matchup.
Maddox Underwood made a splash no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits. Underwood has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Underwood was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Alex Sanders, who scored two runs and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Caiden Lowery was another key contributor, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
On Ridgemont's side, they saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jayden Sifrit, who went 2-for-3 with an RBI.
Upper Scioto Valley has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four games, which provided a nice bump to their 4-2 record this season. As for Ridgemont, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Upper Scioto Valley will take on Temple Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Ridgemont, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Hardin Northern at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Ridgemont is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.8 runs per game this season.
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