Valley Regional has not done well against Cromwell recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Valley Regional Warriors had just enough and edged the Cromwell Panthers out 5-4. The win made it back-to-back victories for Valley Regional.
Kellyn Kolber was a major factor no matter where she played. She struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off three hits (and not a single walk). Kolber has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Kolber was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a stolen base.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Riley Soares, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-3. Taylor Rae was another key contributor, going 2-for-4 with a double and an RBI.
Valley Regional's victory bumped their record up to 5-8. As for Cromwell, their loss dropped their record down to 6-6.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Valley Regional will challenge Haddam-Killingworth at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. Haddam-Killingworth's pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so Valley Regional's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Cromwell, they will head out on the road to take on North Branford at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. North Branford will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Cromwell surely won't give up without a fight.
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