Valley was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 17-0 to the Cimarron-Memorial Spartans, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior.
For Cimarron-Memorial's part, Samuel Ponce was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). Ponce has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Ponce was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jace Beliveau, who scored three runs while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Cheldon Isa, who scored two runs while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
Valley's loss dropped their record down to 1-10. As for Cimarron-Memorial, their victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-14.
Valley will take on Cimarron-Memorial at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Cimarron-Memorial, they will be playing at home against Clark at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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