After low-scoring totals in their previous four contests, Steel Valley brought some dynamite into their most recent game. They never let the Sto-Rox Vikings get on the board and left with a 15-0 win on Friday. The victory was a breath of fresh air for the Ironmen as it put an end to their three-game losing streak.
Jorden Smith
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Jorden Smith was incredible, scoring four runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3. He has become a key player for Steel Valley: the team is 2-1 when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 2-3-1 otherwise. Cooper Phares was another key player, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
Steel Valley was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .474. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their batting average total in three consecutive matches.
The win got Steel Valley back to even at 4-4-1. As for Sto-Rox, their defeat was their ninth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Steel Valley will host East Allegheny at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. The Ironmen are facing the Wild Cats at the right time seeing as the Wild Cats are stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Sto-Rox, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Ellwood City at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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