Missouri Valley took a seven-run defeat the last time they faced off against Lewis Central, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Big Reds never let the Titans get on the board and left with a 1-0 victory on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Big Reds have posted since June 7th.

Big Reds
| 07/03/25 @ Lewis Central | 1-0 |
| 07/03/25 @ Lewis Central | 1-8 |
| 06/30/25 vs Westwood | 11-3 |
| 06/27/25 @ Exira-EHK | 5-6 |
| 06/27/25 @ Audubon | 5-6 |
Missouri Valley's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 28-7. As for Lewis Central, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 28-9.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Missouri Valley will take on Glenwood at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Lewis Central, they will head out to take on Bishop Heelan Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Titans 3.6, the Crusaders 3.9) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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