The Port Byron Panthers will square off against the Jordan-Elbridge Eagles at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday. Port Byron is currently enjoying a perfect season and no doubt wants to keep things rolling.
Port Byron's usually-dominant pitching crew will be looking to make up for Tuesday's struggle, when Skaneateles hitters got past them. The Panthers had just enough and edged out the Lakers 13-11.
Port Byron got a massive performance out of Luciana Debois, who went 1-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. That home run marked the first that Debois launched this season. Raelee McDowell was another key player, scoring two runs and stealing four bases while going 1-for-3.
Debois wasn't the only one working in the home run department: Port Byron lost a few balls and finished the game with two home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Meanwhile, Jordan-Elbridge unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They came up short against Solvay two weeks ago, falling 15-9. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Eagles have suffered since April 15, 2024.
Abby DelFavero put in work no matter where she played. She struck out ten batters over eight innings while giving up six earned (and nine unearned) runs off seven hits. DelFavero was also big at the plate, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-5.
In other batting news, Grace Rusyniak was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with one triple and two RBI. Another player making a difference was Isabella Jay, who scored two runs while getting on base in three of her five plate appearances.
Port Byron's victory bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Jordan-Elbridge, their defeat dropped their record down to 0-1.
Port Byron suffered a grim 7-1 defeat to Jordan-Elbridge in their previous meeting back in May of 2024. Will the Panthers have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
