April 15, 2024

BVA wins 12-11 shootout with Greensburg Salem

By Mon Valley Independent

By Adam Brewer

MVI Sports

Saturday afternoon’s Section 2-4A softball game was a microcosm of Belle Vernon Areas 2024 season. A lot of ups and a lot of downs, but BVA persevered an electric 12-11 victory over Greensburg Salem at James Weir Stadium.

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