North Valleys and Douglas pushed the score to 12-9 the last time they played Douglas, but on Thursday defenses reigned supreme. The Panthers never let the Tigers get on the board and left with a 1-0 win. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Panthers as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Nakoa Floto
| 03/06/26 @ Bishop Manogue | 9 |
| 04/11/26 @ Spanish Springs | 7 |
| 04/07/26 @ Galena | 5 |
| 03/31/26 @ McQueen | 5 |
| 03/12/26 vs Spanish Springs | 4 |
| + 3 more games |
Douglas' batters probably weren't too happy with Nakoa Floto, who pitched a no hitter and racked up eight Ks (he gave up four walks). Floto also allowed no hits, which is notable because North Valleys is 2-1 when he allows at most one hit, but 2-16 otherwise.
At the plate, North Valleys saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Alejandro Urbina, who went 1-for-3 with one stolen base.
North Valleys hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their strikeout total in three consecutive games.
North Valleys' win bumped their record up to 4-17. As for Douglas, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost eight of their last ten contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-17 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. North Valleys will head out to square off against Damonte Ranch at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mustangs have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Douglas, they will head out on the road to challenge Bishop Manogue at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. The Miners' pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so the Tigers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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