Salome can finally bid farewell to their three-game losing streak thanks to their game on Tuesday. They came out on top against the North Valley Christian Academy Lions by a score of 13-9. The victory was just what Salome needed coming off of a 12-1 loss in their prior matchup.
Carlos Esparza was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in five of his eight plate appearances. Stephen Avila was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-5.
On North Valley Christian Academy's side, Noah Jones stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: he scored two runs and stole two bases while going 4-for-5. Another player making a difference was Levi Corrigan, who scored four runs and stole two bases while going 3-for-4.
Even though they lost, North Valley Christian Academy kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. That's the most hits they've managed all season.
Salome's win ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-3. As for North Valley Christian Academy, they dropped their record down to 7-7 with that defeat, which was their fourth straight on the road.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Salome will take on Antelope at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for North Valley Christian Academy, they will look to defend their home field on Thursday against American Leadership Academy - West Foothills at 2:30 p.m. American Leadership Academy - West Foothills will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something North Valley Christian Academy surely won't give up without a fight.
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