There's no place like home for Happy Valley, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. They came out on top against the Unaka Rangers by a score of 7-4 on Monday. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 22-12 back in March.
Ty Johnson made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run while striking out seven over 6.1 innings pitched. He also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Happy Valley is 4-1 when he allows at most one earned run, but 5-6-1 otherwise. Johnson was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. What's more, he posted two hits, the most he's had since back in March.
Aiden Hartsook
| 04/14/25 vs Unaka | 3 |
| 03/28/25 @ Unaka | 2 |
| 03/18/25 vs Hampton | 2 |
| 03/10/25 @ West Greene | 2 |
| 03/07/25 vs Volunteer | 2 |
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Aiden Hartsook, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. Those three runs gave him a new career-high. Carlos Lopez also deserves some recognition as he brought in his first RBI of the season.
Happy Valley's record now sits at 9-7-1. As for Unaka, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost nine of their last 11 games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-11 record this season.
Happy Valley will be playing in front of their home fans against North Greene at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Unaka, they will venture away from home to square off against Cloudland at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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