Softball Recap: Hazleton Area's Loss Ends Five-Game Winning Streak at Home

Hazleton Area dropped their record down to 5-3 on Tuesday, which also ended the team's five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season. They lost 19-5 to the Pittston Patriots. If the Cougars were looking for revenge after losing 10-0 to the Patriots when the teams met back in May of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.

Kayla Lagowy was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. Isabella Boyle also deserves some recognition as she hit her first double of the season.

As for Pittston, the win got them back to even at 4-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.

On Pittston's side, Marina Antal was a standout: she went 4-for-5 with three runs and two RBI. Those four hits gave Antal a new career-high. Lili Hintze was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three runs and two RBI.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hazleton Area will take on Northampton at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Pittston, they will challenge Wyoming Valley West at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Spartans have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 10.5 runs per game on average), something the Patriots will no doubt try to take advantage of.