Bishop McDevitt extended their losing streak to three on Monday, dropping them down to 2-3. They were a single run away from ending the streak, but they lost a 5-4 heartbreaker at the hands of the Palmyra Cougars. Crusaders fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Cougars since Monday.
As for Palmyra, the victory got them back to even at 3-3-1. The game was the first time they have beaten Bishop McDevitt on their field since March 30, 2022.
For Palmyra's part, Anna Crawford and Emalyn Funck made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Crawford tossed 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Meanwhile, Funck struck out six batters over 4.1 innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Crawford has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. At bat, Crawford went 2-for-3 with one triple, one run, and one double, while Funck went 2-for-4 with two runs and two doubles. That's the most hits Funck has posted since back in April of 2025.
In other batting news, Sophie Cunningham was excellent, going 3-for-4 with two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Ava Walmer, who went 2-for-5 with one double and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Bishop McDevitt will venture away from home to face off against Gettysburg at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Palmyra, they will square off against Central Dauphin East at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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