It was a good run, but Ligonier Valley unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Friday. They fell just short of the Derry Trojans by a score of 2-1. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest runs Ligonier Valley has scored all season.
For Derry's part, Haylee Myers spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on five hits and racked up eight Ks.
At the plate, Sophia Doherty was excellent, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
Having lost for the first time this season, Ligonier Valley fell to 4-1. As for Derry, their victory ended a nine-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-10.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ligonier Valley will take on Mt. Pleasant at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Mt. Pleasant is coming into the contest with four straight wins at home, so Ligonier Valley will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Derry, they will head out on the road to challenge Burrell at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
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