Abington starts season with defeat at home

By Team Reports Mar 23, 2024, 6:28am

Recap: Abington Galloping Ghosts vs. Plymouth Whitemarsh Colonials

Abington couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell 3-0 to the Plymouth Whitemarsh Colonials on Friday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Abington of the 3-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.

For Plymouth Whitemarsh's part, Johnny Giordano made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). Giordano was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 2-for-4.

In other pitching news, Brady Mcgrain looked comfortable as he pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (he also didn't allow any walks).

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Abington will get a bit of extra time to process the loss as their next game is a ways off. They'll take on Upper Dublin at 3:45 p.m. on April 3rd. As for Plymouth Whitemarsh, they will look to defend their home field on Sunday against Marysville at 4:00 p.m.

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