12 must be Platte Valley's lucky number: they beat Holyoke with that score not once but twice on Saturday. The Broncos beat the Dragons by the very same score they won with in their prior game: 12-1. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 12-1 on Saturday.
Kyra Jessop and Alyssa Kendrick were major factors while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Jessop pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Kendrick kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out six over four innings pitched. Jessop has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two hits in four consecutive appearances. At bat, Jessop went 1-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI, while Kendrick went a perfect 3-for-3 with one run. That's the most hits Kendrick has posted since back in August.
In other batting news, Sydney Meyer was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, three runs, and one stolen base. That's the most runs she has posted since back in August. Landree Edstrom was another key player, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
Platte Valley always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .560. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post an OBP of .513 or better.
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| 09/27/25 - Home | 12-1 W |
| 09/27/25 - Home | 12-1 W |
| 09/28/24 - Home | 14-17 L |
| 09/09/23 - Neutral | 2-9 L |
| 08/18/23 - Home | 12-8 W |
| + 5 more games |
The victory got Platte Valley back to even at 9-9. As for Holyoke, their defeat was their sixth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 1-18.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Platte Valley will venture away from home to square off against Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Vikings have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 11.22 runs per game on average), something the Broncos will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Holyoke, they will head out to take on Wray/Yuma at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Eagles will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something the Dragons surely won't give up without a fight.
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