Arlington extended their losing streak to eight on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 5-13 in the process. They lost 11-0 to Platte Valley. The Eagles were not able to make up for their loss to Platte Valley from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
As for Platte Valley, their win ended a six-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-14. Considering their hitters had been struggling lately, the high-scoring outing was a much-needed turnaround.
For Platte Valley's part, Arlington's batters probably weren't too happy with Nolan Roberts, who pitched a no hitter (he gave up four walks). Roberts also allowed no hits, which is notable because Platte Valley is 2-1 when he allows at most one hit, but 4-13 otherwise.
On the hitting side, Platte Valley let Cael Smith and Hunter Hatzenbuelher run wild. Smith went 2-for-4 with three runs and one double, while Hatzenbuelher went 2-for-3 with three RBI and one run. Smith has become a key player for Platte Valley: the team is 4-2 when he posts at least two runs, but 2-12 otherwise. The team also got some help courtesy of Carson Hollst, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and one RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Arlington is set to challenge their familiar foe Wahoo/Bishop Neumann at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Platte Valley will square off against rival Plattsmouth at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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