It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Eagle Valley ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged the Glenwood Springs Demons out 2-1. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Eagle Valley.
Jacob Loupe spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered one run (which was unearned) on four hits and racked up 15 Ks. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up a single walk in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Eagle Valley saw five different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Collin Spaeth, who went 1-for-1 with a home run.
On Glenwood Springs' side, they also let their pitcher toss all eight innings and he was also dialed-in: Leo Meraz gave up just two earned runs on four hits and racked up eight Ks.
At the plate, Glenwood Springs saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Jackson Irving, who scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-4.
Eagle Valley's victory ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 7-5. As for Glenwood Springs, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Eagle Valley will take on Delta at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Glenwood Springs, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Pagosa Springs at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Pagosa Springs is coming into the game with three straight wins on the road, so Glenwood Springs will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum.
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