Avonworth got themselves on the board against Steel Valley on Tuesday, but Steel Valley never followed suit. They put the hurt on the Ironmen with a sharp 11-0 win. The Antelopes might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four contests by six runs or more this season.
Sam Zahn looked comfortable as he tossed two innings 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 hits any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Avonworth let Jack Dolan and Mason Metz run wild. Dolan scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-2, while Metz went 1-for-2 with one triple, one run, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Declan Ehrin, who scored a run and stole a base while going 1-for-1.
Antelopes
| 04/01/25 vs Steel Valley | 11-0 |
| 03/25/25 vs Sissonville | 9-3 |
| 06/10/24 vs Punxsutawney | 5-3 |
| 06/06/24 vs Fairview | 5-4 |
| 06/03/24 vs Central | 6-1 |
| + 4 more games |
Avonworth's victory was their ninth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 5-1-1. Those home wins came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.8 runs on average over those games. As for Steel Valley, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Avonworth will face off against Hopewell at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Steel Valley, they will square off against Jeannette at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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