Johnstown-Monroe can finally bid farewell to their six-game losing streak thanks to their game on Friday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 2-1 victory over the Columbus Academy Vikings. This was payback for Johnstown-Monroe, who suffered a 10-7 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Johnstown-Monroe's win was truly a team effort as five different players contributed at least one hit. One of them was Erik Marohl, who went 1-for-2 with an RBI.
Johnstown-Monroe's victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 8-17. As for Columbus Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost eight of their last nine matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-12 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Johnstown-Monroe will take on River Valley at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Columbus Academy, their homestand will continue as they prepare to take on East Knox at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. East Knox's pitching crew has only allowed 2.2 runs per game this season, so Columbus Academy's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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