Conemaugh Valley hadn't done well against Portage recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Blue Jays came out on top against the Mustangs by a score of 7-2. Seven seems to be a good number for the Blue Jays as the team scooped up a victory with the same number of runs in their previous game.
Kyron Fields
| 04/25/25 vs Portage | 2 |
| 04/23/25 @ Portage | 1 |
| 04/21/25 @ Blacklick Valley | 1 |
| 04/16/25 vs Penns Manor | 1 |
| 04/09/25 @ United | 1 |
Kyron Fields made a big impact no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out seven batters over 5.1 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than seven strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with one triple, one stolen base, and one run. Those two hits gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Jeremy Dietz was incredible, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April of 2024. Gavin Buchan was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Conemaugh Valley pushed their record up to 8-5 with the win, which was their third straight at home. Those home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 7.3 runs over those games. As for Portage, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-10.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Conemaugh Valley will challenge Moshannon Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Blue Jays' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Black Knights/Damsels have averaged an impressive 6.2 runs per game this season. As for Portage, they will be taking part in a tournament against Southern Huntingdon County at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Mustangs are facing the Rockets at the right time seeing as the Rockets are stuck on a six-game losing streak.
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