Smethport is 0-4 against Johnsonburg since April of 2016 but things could change on Friday. The Hubbers will head out to face off against the Rams at 4:15 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Smethport came up short against Coudersport on Monday, falling 13-6.
Konnor Miller made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored two runs and stole two bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Rylan Shields, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one RBI.
Meanwhile, Johnsonburg was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat dating back to last season. They lost 17-2 to DuBois Central Catholic.
Frank Miller was cooking despite his team's loss, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-2. That run was his first of the season.
Johnsonburg's loss dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Smethport, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Johnsonburg's pitching crew has a crucial task ahead of them: Smethport has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .447. It's a different story for Johnsonburg, though, as they've only averaged .365. Will they be able to contain Smethport's hitters?
Smethport came up short against Johnsonburg in their previous matchup back in March of 2024, falling 7-2. Can the Hubbers avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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