Redbank Valley and Karns City are an even 5-5 against one another since May of 2017, but likely not for long. The Redbank Valley Bulldogs will head out on the road to face off against the Karns City Gremlins at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Both teams come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Redbank Valley had to kick off their season on the road on Friday, but they showed no ill effects. They blew past West Shamokin 12-1.
Ty Carrier was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks). Carrier was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Owen Clouse, who went 3-for-4 with four RBI and a run. Mason Clouse was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
Meanwhile, Karns City gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Monday. They had just enough and edged Clarion-Limestone out 5-3.
Colton Christie looked comfortable as he pitched two innings while giving up no earned run off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks).
At the plate, Karns City's victory was truly a team effort as six different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Hobie Bartoe, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3.
Redbank Valley took their win against Karns City in their previous meeting back in May of 2023 by a conclusive 8-0. The rematch might be a little tougher for Redbank Valley since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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