Lakers
| 04/27/26 @ Grand Valley | 13-1 |
| 04/22/26 vs Harding | 12-0 |
| 04/22/26 vs Harding | 19-0 |
Pymatuning Valley had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 15.5 runs) and they went ahead and made it three on Monday. They were the clear victors by a 13-1 margin over the Grand Valley Mustangs. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 11-1 two weeks ago.
Kailee Reynolds was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits while striking out seven over six innings pitched. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Macie Payne, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, one triple, and two RBI. That home run was her first of the season. Another player making a difference was Peyton Hudson, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Pymatuning Valley always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .528. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
Pymatuning Valley's victory bumped their record up to 8-5. As for Grand Valley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-11 record this season.
Pymatuning Valley will square off against East at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. East has struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.85 runs per game on average), something Pymatuning Valley will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Grand Valley, they will face off against Cardinal at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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