Midfield had lost six straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 0-5 to make it seven. They lost 22-0 to the Shades Valley Mounties. If the Patriots were looking for revenge after losing 18-8 to the Mounties when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
Shades Valley's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Shades Valley's part, Braylen Lewis made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Lewis was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three stolen bases, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Shades Valley got a massive performance out of Quinton Smith, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with four stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. That's the most runs Smith has posted since back in April of 2025. Landon Kyle was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Midfield will take on Tarrant at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Shades Valley, they will challenge Pinson Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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