Softball Recap: Juniata Valley Takes a Loss

Juniata Valley extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 5-4-1 in the process. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 6-4 heartbreaker at the hands of the Curwensville Golden Tide. The Hornets were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Golden Tide earlier this season, when they won 12-4.

Kassidy Watson was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one home run and three RBI. Brooklyn Harman was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one run.

As for Curwensville, their win ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory they have posted since May 22, 2024.

On Curwensville's side, Addison Siple spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and one unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up ten Ks. Siple has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.

At the plate, Natalie Wischuck was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in May of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Ava Olosky, who went 1-for-2 with one home run and three RBI.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Juniata Valley will square off against Northern Bedford County at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Panthers have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed ten runs per game on average), something the Hornets will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Curwensville, they will head out on the road to face off against Purchase Line at 4:30 p.m. on Monday.