Peddie extended their losing streak to five on Saturday, dropping their season record down to 4-13 in the process. They lost 18-9 to the Mercersburg Academy Storm. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Storm this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 17-1 on Saturday.
Chloe Salapatas was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. Sarah Naddelman was another key player, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one double, and one RBI.
As for Mercersburg Academy, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-11. Considering they have won six matchups by more than seven runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
On Mercersburg Academy's side, Peyton Appenzellar spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six earned (and three unearned) runs on ten hits and racked up six Ks. Appenzellar also set a new season-high mark in hits with four.
At the plate, Kamden Jenkins was a standout: she got on base in five of her six plate appearances with one home run, three runs, and four RBI. What's more, she posted three hits, the most she's had since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Emily Guzic, who went 3-for-6 with one home run, two runs, and two doubles.
Looking ahead, Peddie will square off against Trenton Central at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Mercersburg Academy, they will be playing in front of their home fans against McConnellsburg at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Storm are facing the Spartans at the right time seeing as the Spartans are stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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