Cranberry Area took a ten-run defeat the last time they faced off against Redbank Valley, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Berries never let the Bulldogs get on the board and left with a 2-0 victory on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Berries have posted against the Bulldogs since April 26, 2018.
The result came thanks to Aiden Herrell-Ward's shutout, as he gave up just three hits and racked up seven Ks. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up a single earned run in four consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Cranberry Area saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Cole Findlay, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.
Cranberry Area's victory ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-4. As for Redbank Valley, they now have a losing record of 5-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Cranberry Area will head out to take on Keystone at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Panthers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 7.5 runs per game on average), something the Berries will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Redbank Valley, they will be defending their home field for the first time this season when they go up against Brookville at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Bulldogs are facing the Raiders at the right time seeing as the Raiders are stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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