Lyons's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They walked away with a 7-2 win over the Valley Vikings. That's more bragging rights for the Lions, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Gretta Wynja was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 15 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off five hits. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in September. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with a home run and two runs.
In other batting news, Lyons let Leora Hagan and Elle Magaldi loose on the outfield. Hagan scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-4, while Magaldi went 2-for-4 with a triple, two RBI, and a double. What's more, Magaldi also racked up two hits, the mostshe's had since back in September.
Lyons hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Valley struck out 15 times.
The victory snapped Lyons' losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 11-7 record. As for Valley, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 9-11.
Lyons will take on Strasburg at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday. Strasburg will roll in looking for their 11th straight win, something Lyons surely won't give up without a fight. As for Valley, they and Weld Central are set to duel on Thursday. Weld Central is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season.
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