Conemaugh Valley had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They put the hurt on the Portage Mustangs with a sharp 8-1 win on Monday. Conemaugh Valley might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team's won 14 contests by seven runs or more this season.
Madison McCleester was incredible, going 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and two runs. Megan Bilak was another key contributor, going 2-for-3 with a home run.
On Portage's side, Lyndsey Castel was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-2 with two stolen bases.
Conemaugh Valley's victory was their eighth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 17-4. As for Portage, their defeat dropped their record down to 10-12.
Conemaugh Valley will be playing in front of their home fans against Claysburg-Kimmel at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Conemaugh Valley is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 12.7 runs per game this season. Portage does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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