Downingtown West has enjoyed a five-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. They will challenge the Downingtown East Cougars on Thursday. The last three games Downingtown West has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
Downingtown West is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Monday. They skirted past Chambersburg 4-3.
Addison Carter spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on five hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in 12 consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Downingtown West let Lillian O'Laughlin and Lizzie Kern loose on the outfield. O'Laughlin scored a run while going 2-for-3, while Kern went 2-for-3 with a triple, a run, and an RBI.
Meanwhile, Downingtown East came into Monday's match having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They walked away with a 4-1 win over Williamsport on Monday.
Rachael Schumann was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 14 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits (and not a single walk). Schumann was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with a triple, a double, and an RBI.
In other batting news, Jade Jenkins was excellent, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two RBI.
Downingtown West's victory was their 25th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 25-0. As for Downingtown East, their win bumped their record up to 19-4.
Thursday's contest will be a test for both team's pitchers. Downingtown West hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .345. However, it's not like Downingtown East struggles in that department as they've averaged .338. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Downingtown West came out on top in a nail-biter against Downingtown East in their previous matchup back in May, sneaking past 3-1. Does Downingtown West have another victory up their sleeve, or will Downingtown East turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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