**Mustangs Drop Friday Matchup to Valparaiso** The Munster Varsity Mustangs came up short against Valparaiso on Friday night, falling 13-5 in a high-scoring non-conference contest. Despite a strong effort at the plate, the Mustangs couldn't keep pace with the Vikings’ offensive consistency. MHS got on the board early and tallied eight hits in the game. D. Craig led the way with a 3-for-4 performance, including a double and an RBI. N. Southwell added a triple and scored a run, while N. Crowley knocked in a run with a single. Z. Wright, K. Shelton, and S. Oliver also recorded hits, contributing to a balanced attack. Valparaiso steadily pulled away with scoring in five different innings, including a five-run sixth that broke the game open. MHS pitchers, led by E. Kicho, battled through all seven innings, but the Vikings’ 12-hit, seven-walk performance proved too much. The Mustangs showed flashes of offensive momentum and aggressive baserunning, and they’ll look to bounce back with continued focus as the season rolls on.