Springville lost against Skyridge back in March of 2022, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Red Devils fell 7-3 to the Falcons. The Red Devils have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Hugh Redd was huge no matter where he played even without the win. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out nine batters over six innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off nine hits. He has been consistent : he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one home run and two RBI. That home run was his first of the season.
In other batting news, Brooks Child made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 3-for-3 with one stolen base, one double, and one RBI.
Springville's defeat dropped their record down to 3-8. As for Skyridge, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-2 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. After both having extra time off, Springville and Wasatch will shake off the rust and duke it out at 3:30 p.m. on the 8th. The Red Devils' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Wasps have averaged an impressive 9.2 runs per game this season. As for Skyridge, they will get to enjoy the win for a while: their next game is against Pleasant Grove at 3:30 p.m. on the 8th. The Vikings will roll in looking for their seventh straight victory, something the Falcons surely won't give up without a fight.
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