Valley extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to four on Saturday, dropping them down to 0-3. They lost 16-5 to the Rio Grande Ravens. The Vikings were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Ravens apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2025.
As for Rio Grande, the win got them back to even at 1-1. They not only won on Saturday, but they posted their biggest win since April 23, 2025 (when they won 24-4).
For Rio Grande's part, Jaslyn Gallegos made a splash while hitting and pitching. She tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. What's more, Gallegos posted three strikeouts, the most she's had since back in April of 2025. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with two runs and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Mercedes Valenzuela, who went 2-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and two RBI. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April of 2025. Another player making a difference was Ceanna Sanchez, who went 2-for-4 with two runs and two RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Valley will take on Highland at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Rio Grande, they will square off against Sandia Prep at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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