Chenango Valley had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They had just enough and edged the Owego Free Academy River Hawks out 5-4. That's more bragging rights for Chenango Valley, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
For Owego Free Academy's part, Carsten Crawford put in work while hitting and pitching. She pitched eight innings while giving up five earned runs off 11 hits. Crawford has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in five consecutive pitching appearances. Crawford was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, Jill Lewis made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Chenango Valley's victory bumped their record up to 7-5. As for Owego Free Academy, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 5-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Chenango Valley will take on Susquehanna Valley at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Owego Free Academy, they will play host again on Friday to welcome Tioga, where first pitch is scheduled at 5:00 p.m.
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