Ephrata was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They fell 8-3 to the Manheim Central Barons. The Mountaineers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Barons apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
Kaliana Auchey made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base.
Ephrata's defeat dropped their record down to 7-12. As for Manheim Central, their win bumped their record up to 8-9.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ephrata will square off against Lampeter-Strasburg at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. The Mountaineers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Pioneers have averaged an impressive 10.1 runs per game this season. As for Manheim Central, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Donegal at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. The Indians will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Barons surely won't give up without a fight.
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