Valley Forge extended their losing streak to seven on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 3-10 in the process. They came up short against the Normandy Invaders, falling 11-1. The Patriots were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Invaders apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2024.
As for Normandy, they moved to 4-12 with that win, which also ended their six-game losing streak. The high-scoring effort was just what they needed considering they were shut out in their previous contest.
For Normandy's part, Andrew Sikon made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing five innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Sikon is becoming a predictor of Normandy's success: when he allows at most one earned run the team is 2-1 (and 2-11 when he doesn't). Sikon was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one run and one RBI.
In other batting news, Cullen Rooney was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with three RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most hits he has posted since back in April. Nick Hinkle was another key player, going 2-for-3 with two runs and two RBI.
Looking ahead, Valley Forge will host Orrville at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Normandy, they will head out on the road to square off against North Olmsted at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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