Upper Merion Area gave their fans exactly what they wanted out of a home opener on Friday. They had just enough and edged Pope John Paul II out 14-13. The win was just business as usual For Upper Merion Area, who after one games remain undefeated this season.
For Pope John Paul II's part, Molly Houchins was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-5 with two triples, four RBI, and two runs. Kelly Murphy was another key contributor, going 3-for-4 with three doubles, two RBI, and a run.
Even though they lost, Pope John Paul II hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. That's the most strikeouts they've managed all season.
Pope John Paul II now has a losing record at 2-3.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Upper Merion Area will challenge Owen J. Roberts at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Pope John Paul II, they will head out on the road to take on Methacton at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Pope John Paul II is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.8 runs per game this season.
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