Softball Recap: Cambria Heights Continues Road Dominance on Friday

After losing to Hollidaysburg the last time they met, Cambria Heights decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. Cambria Heights came out on top against Hollidaysburg by a score of 9-6 on Friday. The game was the first time the Highlanders have beaten the Golden Tigers on their field since May 11, 2022.

Rylee Lane looked comfortable as she tossed 2.1 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits.

Lakin Pierce

Hits (Career)

03/21/25 @ Hollidaysburg	5
05/06/24 vs Conemaugh Township	1
05/02/24 vs Northern Cambria	1
04/29/24 @ Portage	1
04/23/24 @ United	1

On the hitting side, Lakin Pierce and Gina Lane did most of the damage at the plate: Pierce scored two runs and stole a base while going 5-for-5, while Gina scored two runs and stole three bases while going 2-for-5. Those five hits gave Pierce a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Margaret Elias, who scored a run while going 4-for-4.

Cambria Heights always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .513. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Hollidaysburg only posted an OBP of .258.

Cambria Heights' victory was their sixth straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 2-0. The wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 11.5 runs over those games. As for Hollidaysburg, their loss dropped their record down to 1-1.

Looking ahead, Cambria Heights will welcome River Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Hollidaysburg, they will venture away from home to challenge Bald Eagle Area at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.