After low-scoring totals in their previous three contests, Valley brought some dynamite into their most recent game. Everything went their way against the Belen Eagles on Thursday as the Valley Vikings made off with a 4-1 win. The contest was pretty much decided by the half, when the score had already reached 3-0.
Valley used a slightly different lineup for their bout with Belen. Three players got more time on the pitch than they're used to: Walter Bradford (80), Ruben Gonzales (80), and Ellis Ouellett (45). The trio had averaged 56.2, 45.5, and 24.2 minutes respectively before Thursday's match. The pair took full advantage of the opportunity: Bradford put up an assist, while he scored a goal and an assist.
The victory snapped Valley's losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 3-8 record. As for Belen, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-5-1 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Valley will square off against West Mesa at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. As for Belen, they will take on St. Pius X at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. St. Pius X is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 2.7 goals per game this season.
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