Upper Scioto Valley has not done well against Cory-Rawson recently (they were 0-3 in their previous three matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Wednesday. The Upper Scioto Valley Rams were the clear victor by a 13-3 margin over the Cory-Rawson Fighting Hornets. The victory made it back-to-back wins for Upper Scioto Valley.
Maddox Underwood and Jesse Prater made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Underwood struck out seven batters over six innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Meanwhile, Prater tossed an inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Underwood has been consistent recently: he hasn't pitched less than five innings in eight consecutive pitching appearances. At the plate, Underwood scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-4, while Prater scored three runs while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
In other batting news, Carter Peoples was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-4. Alex Sanders was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
Upper Scioto Valley's win bumped their record up to 8-9. As for Cory-Rawson, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-14 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Upper Scioto Valley will square off against McComb at 5:00 p.m. on May 16th. As for Cory-Rawson, they will head out on the road to challenge Arlington at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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