Cedar Valley had lost three straight on the road, but on Thursday they dropped their record down to 6-12 to make it four. They lost 11-2 to the Spanish Fork Dons. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Dons this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 9-2 on Tuesday.
Cedar Valley saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Tyson Horne, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with one stolen base and one run. That stolen base was Horne's first of the season.
As for Spanish Fork, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-12 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Spanish Fork's side, Swae Nielson spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on four hits and racked up six Ks. Nielson has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.
On the hitting side, Nixon Warren was incredible, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Boston Duvall was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
We've got plenty of inter-region action coming up soon. Cedar Valley is set to square off against their familiar foe Salem Hills at 3:30 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Spanish Fork will take on rival Springville at 3:30 p.m. on Friday.
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