Maryvale took a seven-run loss the last time they faced off against Cheektowaga, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Flyers had just enough and edged out the Chargers 9-7. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Flyers have posted against the Chargers since May 24, 2021.
Avery Nickens made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over seven innings while giving up four earned (and three unearned) runs off nine hits. Nickens was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI. That RBI marked the first that she has brought in this season.
In other batting news, Riley Nickens was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, four RBI, and two runs. Those RBI were her first of the season. Jenna Buckley was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Maryvale was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .400. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
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| 04/25/25 - Home | 9-7 W |
| 04/29/24 - Home | 3-10 L |
| 05/10/23 - Home | 0-12 L |
| 04/20/23 - Away | 1-4 L |
| 05/06/22 - Home | 0-13 L |
| + 5 more games |
Maryvale's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for Cheektowaga, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Coincidentally, Maryvale and Cheektowaga will both be playing Pioneer the next time they take the field. The Flyers will head out to face the Panthers at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, while the Chargers will head out to face them at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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