Spring Valley dropped their record down to 19-9 on Monday, which also ended the team's eight-game streak of wins at home. They lost 6-0 to the Parkersburg South Patriots. The Timberwolves were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Patriots apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
Spring Valley got a good showing from Cole Adkins, who tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Adkins has been consistent for a while: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
As for Parkersburg South, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 15-11. The result was nothing new for the Patriots, who have now won eight matches by six runs or more so far this season.
On Parkersburg South's side, the result came thanks to Parker Vannoy's shutout, as he gave up just five hits.
On the hitting side, Carter McLain was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. Parkersburg South is 10-3 when McLain posts two or more runs, but 5-8 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Ty Davis, who went 2-for-4 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Spring Valley will head out to square off against Charleston Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Parkersburg South, they will venture away from home to face off against Marietta at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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