Shades Valley can finally bid farewell to their three-game losing streak thanks to their game on Tuesday. They blew past the Pinson Valley Indians 14-3. The win was just what Shades Valley needed coming off of a 21-1 loss in their prior matchup.
Jenna Paxton was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits. Paxton was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 2-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Haley Knight, who went 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Kharly DeLaine, who scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in three of her four plate appearances.
On Pinson Valley's side, Tamia Williams was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Shades Valley's victory bumped their record up to 2-4. As for Pinson Valley, they dropped their record down to 1-9 with that defeat, which was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Shades Valley will square off against Leeds at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Leeds will roll in looking for their 11th straight win, something Shades Valley surely won't give up without a fight. As for Pinson Valley, they will be playing at home against Cullman at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. Cullman will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Pinson Valley surely won't give up without a fight.
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