Penncrest proved they can win big on Wednesday (they won by 12) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They had just enough and edged out the Springfield Cougars 3-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Lions have posted against the Cougars since April 3, 2023.
Liam Wray
| 04/30/26 @ Springfield | 0 |
| 04/22/26 vs Conestoga | 1 |
| 04/15/26 vs Garnet Valley | 1 |
| 04/07/26 @ Radnor | 2 |
| 03/30/26 @ Strath Haven | 1 |
| + 2 more games |
Liam Wray spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered only one earned run on four hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks any time he's pitched this season.
At the plate, Penncrest saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Lucas DiIenno, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
Penncrest's win was their third straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 10-6. The road victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 0.7 runs on average over those games. As for Springfield, their loss dropped their record down to 10-6.
Looking ahead, Penncrest will head out to face off against Marple Newtown at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. The Fightin Tigers' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so the Lions' hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Springfield, they will be playing at home against Strath Haven at 3:45 p.m. on Monday.
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