Northgate lost against Brentwood back in March of 2024, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Monday. The Flames took an 8-5 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Spartans. The Flames have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Johna Abramowicz spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and four unearned) runs on six hits and racked up 13 Ks.
Gracie Auth
| 04/14/25 vs Brentwood | 6 |
| 04/09/25 vs Apollo Ridge | 2 |
| 04/04/25 @ Shady Side Academy | 2 |
On the hitting side, Gracie Auth made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and scored three runs and stole six bases while going 3-for-3. She has been hot recently, having posted two or more stolen bases the last three times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Michaela DeFlorimonte, who went 1-for-3 with one triple and two RBI.
Northgate's record is now 6-4. As for Brentwood, their victory ended a six-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-4.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Northgate will host Shady Side Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The Bulldogs have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 15.8 runs per game on average), something the Flames will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Brentwood, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against South Allegheny at 2:45 p.m. The Gladiators will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something the Spartans surely won't give up without a fight.
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