In what's become a running theme this season, Upper Scioto Valley gave their fans yet another huge victory on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the Perry Commodores with a sharp 17-8 win. That's more bragging rights for Upper Scioto Valley, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Raegan Castle made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out eight batters over seven innings while giving up six earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. Castle has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances. Castle was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing two bases while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
In other batting news, Patiance Cole was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing five bases while going 4-for-4. Another player making a difference was Sydney Christensen, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 3-for-5.
On Perry's side, Lexenna Lee and Hannah Johnson stepped up to the plate in a big way. Lee scored two runs while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances, while Johnson scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Makenna Dray was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
Even though they lost, Perry was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with six doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
Upper Scioto Valley's victory bumped their record up to 7-5. As for Perry, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-11.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Upper Scioto Valley will take on Arlington at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Perry, they will play host again on Wednesday to welcome McComb, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:00 p.m. Perry is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 6.7 runs per game this season.
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