Altoona can finally bid farewell to their 27-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Wednesday. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Cedar Cliff Colts and snuck past 6-5. Altoona's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Charli Schneider spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and four unearned) runs on six hits.
At the plate, Altoona got a massive performance out of Lilly Snyder, who went 3-for-4 with a home run and two runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Mary Worley, who went 3-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
On Cedar Cliff's side, Keira Price was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and an RBI.
Altoona made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-14. As for Cedar Cliff, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-14 record this season.
Altoona will look to defend their home field on Friday against Central Dauphin at 4:15 p.m. As for Cedar Cliff, they will head out on the road to square off against Carlisle at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.
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