Mid Valley Bats Erupt in Statement Win Over Wayne Highlands at Crystal Park
By: Justin Bradley | Sportzwire | June 23, 2025 | Photo courtesy Justin Focus Photography
Dickson City — Mid Valley brought the firepower on Sunday afternoon, putting together a monster second inning and riding strong pitching to a dominant 13-2 victory over Wayne Highlands in District 32 11/12U action.
Fueled by a 7-run outburst in the second frame and a 4-RBI performance from Kellen Hughes, Mid Valley quickly took control and never looked back in a game that showcased clean defense, smart baserunning, and timely swings from a team on a mission.
Mid Valley’s Offensive Showcase
Kellen stole the show, going 2-for-2 with four RBIs—knocking in two in the first inning and two more in the second during the team’s explosive rally.
Mason Tuft delivered on both sides—2 hits, 1 RBI, and 2.1 innings of one-hit baseball on the mound with 3 strikeouts to earn the win.
Brennan Mitchell stayed hot at the plate with two hits and an RBI, while Mason Perez, Brendan Thatcher, and James Rabel all chipped in key run-scoring swings during the second inning surge.
Mid Valley racked up 11 hits, stayed aggressive on the bases, and played error-free defense—Owen Mills led the way in the field with four chances handled cleanly.
Wayne Highlands’ Highlights
Colt C and Jackson L each tallied an RBI, providing the early offense for Wayne Highlands.
Ethan G and Joey C also collected hits, showing some spark in the lineup despite the early deficit.
On the mound, Jackson L struck out three batters in the first, flashing solid stuff in his start.
Final Word
Mid Valley came out locked in and left no doubt—flashing one of the most complete performances of the District 32 tourney so far. With the offense clicking and the defense playing clean, they look primed for another deep run. Wayne Highlands showed fight at the plate but ran into a red-hot squad at Crystal Park.
Mid Valley heads to take on NorthEast Scranton in a must-watch matchup on Tuesday. Stay tuned for more Little League action at Sportzwire.com.
