The Youngsville Eagles will challenge the Seneca Bobcats at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Youngsville will aim to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each match than the last.
Youngsville is headed in fresh off scoring the most runs they have all season. They put the hurt on North Clarion with a sharp 16-1 win on Friday. The team's explosion at the plate also rewarded the Eagles with their most commanding win of the season.
| 04/25/25 vs North Clarion | 7 |
| 03/28/24 @ Iroquois | 6 |
| 05/16/24 vs Oswayo Valley | 5 |
| 04/14/25 @ Mercyhurst Prep | 2 |
| 04/17/24 @ Cambridge Springs | 2 |
James Johnson was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Those seven strikeouts gave him a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Cole Johnson was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Another player making a difference was Bryce Spinks, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs.
Youngsville kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 12 hits. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their hit total in three consecutive contests.
Union City hit Seneca with a five-run seventh inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Bobcats came up short against the Bears, falling 11-4. The Bobcats have struggled against the Bears recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost meeting.
Like Youngsville, Seneca also got a great game from a two-way player: Kendall Yosten. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run while striking out eight over 4.2 innings pitched. Yosten has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with one stolen base, two RBI, and one double.
In other batting news, Greg Rupp made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and got on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double. He has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times he's played. Michael Peterson was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one run.
The victory got Youngsville back to even at 4-4. As for Seneca, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-10.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Monday as neither team is afraid to steal. Youngsville has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.2 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like Seneca struggles in that department as they've been averaging 3 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Youngsville might still be hurting after the 12-4 loss they got from Seneca in their previous matchup back in May of 2021. Will the Eagles have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
