The Sun Valley Spartans got the win against the Ballantyne Ridge Wolves on Tuesday by a conclusive 13-6. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Spartans.
Robert Jackson
| 04/22/25 @ Ballantyne Ridge | 5 |
| 04/15/25 vs Porter Ridge | 1 |
| 04/04/25 vs Weddington | 3 |
| 03/28/25 @ South Mecklenburg | 1 |
| 03/21/25 vs Cuthbertson | 1 |
| + 4 more games |
Robert Jackson made a big impact no matter where he played. He tossed four innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. What's more, he posted five strikeouts, the most he's had since back in April of 2024. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with two runs and one stolen base. Sun Valley is undefeated when Jackson posts two or more runs, but 9-11 otherwise.
In other pitching news, Max Karras looked comfortable as he tossed one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances.
Back at the plate, Ayden Matzke was a standout: he fired off two home runs, three runs, and three RBI while going 2-for-3. That's the most hits he has posted since back in March. Brian Devereaux was another key player, going 4-for-5 with three runs, three RBI, and one double.
Sun Valley kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 15 hits. They are 3-1 when they post 11 or more hits.
Sun Valley now has a winning record of 12-11. As for Ballantyne Ridge, they dropped their record down to 6-15 with the loss, which was their third straight at home.
Sun Valley has already played their next matchup, a 3-2 victory against Porter Ridge on the 28th. As for Ballantyne Ridge, they also wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next game, a 13-0 defeat against Indian Land on the 23rd.
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