Silver Valley can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak thanks to their game on Tuesday. They put the hurt on the Lucerne Valley Mustangs with a sharp 12-2 win. Silver Valley's offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last four games.
Aaron Bowlan and Joseph Rippey were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Bowlan pitched 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also only allowed one walk). Meanwhile, Rippey didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over 4.1 innings pitched. At bat, Bowlan scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances, while Rippey scored two runs and stole two bases while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, Jaden Sassone was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Jesse Dillow, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
Silver Valley's victory bumped their record up to 4-8. As for Lucerne Valley, they have been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season.
Silver Valley will be playing at home against Academy for Academic Excellence at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Academy for Academic Excellence is coming into the contest with five straight wins on the road, so Silver Valley will have to stop a team with plenty of momentum. As for Lucerne Valley, they will challenge Academy of Careers & Exploration at 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Academy of Careers & Exploration will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Lucerne Valley surely won't give up without a fight.
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