Softball Recap: Scranton Takes a Loss

Scranton extended their losing streak to ten on Monday, dropping their season record down to 1-10 in the process. They came up short against the North Pocono Trojans, falling 16-4. The Knights were not able to make up for their defeat to the Trojans from their previous meeting back in April of 2022.

As for North Pocono, the victory (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 10-1. That 12 run margin sets a new team best for them this season.

For North Pocono's part, Anna Clementoni and Areilla Bell made a splash no matter where they played. On the mound, Clementoni struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up three earned runs off three hits (and only one walk). Meanwhile, Bell pitched two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in seven consecutive appearances. At bat, Clementoni earned one RBI, one run, and two stolen bases, while Bell went 1-for-3 with two RBI and one run. Those two RBI gave Bell a new career-high.

In other batting news, North Pocono let Ellie Ambrosecchia and Avarie Roscioli run wild. Ambrosecchia went a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs, while Roscioli went 2-for-3 with one home run, three RBI, and one stolen base. That's the most RBI Ambrosecchia has posted since back in March. The team also got some help courtesy of Adysen Iyoob, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one triple, and one double.

Looking ahead, Scranton will be playing in front of their home fans against West Scranton at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for North Pocono, they will head out to square off against Abington Heights at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Trojans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Comets have averaged an impressive 10.6 runs per game this season.