Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell 12-7 to the Northwest Indians. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy of the 12-9 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture last Thursday.
For Northwest's part, Dayanaira Midcap looked comfortable as she tossed four innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits. Midcap has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Lily Lyons was a standout: she went 3-for-5 with four RBI, two runs, and two doubles. The team also got some help courtesy of Caroline Metzger, who went 3-for-5 with four RBI, two doubles, and a stolen base.
Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy's loss dropped their record down to 2-8. As for Northwest, their victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Lake Center Christian at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Lake Center Christian is coming into the match with three straight wins on the road, so Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. As for Northwest, they will be playing at home against St. Vincent-St. Mary at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Northwest will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each contest than the last.
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