Silver Valley was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell victim to a tough 27-1 loss at the hands of the Academy of Careers & Exploration Eagle. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Silver Valley of the 24-3 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Monday.
Silver Valley saw one different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Iliana Zamorano, who went 1-for-2 with a stolen base, a double, and an RBI.
On Academy of Careers & Exploration's side, Addison Shockley (2026). C/OF/CF and Aniya Edwards (2024) made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Shockley (2026). C/OF/CF pitched an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits (she also didn't allow any walks). Meanwhile, Edwards (2024) struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). At bat, Shockley (2026). C/OF/CF went 3-for-4 with a home run, eight RBI, and four runs, while Edwards (2024) scored four runs and stole two bases while going 4-for-4. Edwards (2024) is on a roll when it comes to hits, as she's now hit three or more in the last three games she's played.
In other batting news, Danaka Pelayes (2024) was incredible, going 3-for-3 with a home run, six RBI, and three runs. She has been hot recently, having posted three or more hits the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Emily Castrejon, who scored three runs while going 3-for-4.
Silver Valley's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Academy of Careers & Exploration, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 6-10.
Silver Valley is on the road again on Tuesday to play Lucerne Valley at 3:15 p.m. Lucerne Valley is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 11.4 runs per game this season. As for Academy of Careers & Exploration, they will head out on the road to square off against Hesperia Christian at 3:15 p.m. on Monday. Academy of Careers & Exploration knows how to get runs on the board -- the team has finished with flashy run totals in its past three matchups -- so hopefully Hesperia Christian likes a good challenge.
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