Valley Central typically has all the answers at home, but on Tuesday Middletown proved too difficult a challenge. They were the clear victor by a 10-3 margin over the Valley Central Vikings. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Middletown.
Rudy Cherry made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Cherry has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances. Cherry was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
In other batting news, Middletown let Jarod Melendez and Daniel Noviski loose on the outfield. Melendez scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances, while Noviski went 2-for-4 with a home run and two runs. Melendez is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Alex Sanchez, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-2.
Middletown's win bumped their record up to 9-11. As for Valley Central, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-8 record this season.
Middletown does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Valley Central, they will head out on the road to take on Pine Bush at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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