North Salem had lost 19 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 2-9 to make it 20. They came up short against the South Salem Saxons, falling 16-0. The Vikings were not able to make up for their defeat to the Saxons from their previous meeting back in May of 2024.
South Salem's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-10. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For South Salem's part, Kaitlyn Green was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs and three RBI. Those four hits gave Green a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Elyse Sanders, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, two RBI, and one double.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. North Salem will take on Milwaukie/Milwaukie Academy of the Arts at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Mustangs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 12.6 runs per game on average), something the Vikings will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for South Salem, they will challenge West Salem at 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
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