Dougherty Valley hadn't done well against Monte Vista recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. Dougherty Valley sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 6-4 victory over Monte Vista. The game was the first time the Wildcats have beaten the Mustangs on their field since April 20, 2021.
Katie Osborn spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and two unearned) runs on nine hits.
Laura Osborn
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On the hitting side, Laura Osborn was incredible, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-high in doubles (two). Another player making a difference was Sydney Henry, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Dougherty Valley was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .382. They are a perfect 5-0 when they post a batting average of .375 or better.
Dougherty Valley's win was their first in the league, bumping their league record up to 1-3 and their overall record up to 5-4. As for Monte Vista, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-4 record this season.
Monte Vista will welcome San Ramon Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. San Ramon Valley's pitching crew has only allowed 1.7 runs per game this season, so Monte Vista's hitters will have their work cut out for them. Dougherty Valley will be paying especially close attention to Monte Vista's contest: after Monte Vista faces off against San Ramon Valley, they'll take on Dougherty Valley again at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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