Palmerton entered their tilt with Catasauqua with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. Everything went their way against the Catasauqua Rough Riders on Friday as they made off with an 11-1 win. That's more bragging rights for Palmerton, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
CARLY GAFFNEY was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 12 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. GAFFNEY has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings every time she's pitched this season. GAFFNEY was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, a triple, and a run.
In other batting news, HAILEY BARRY was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3. Another player making a difference was MIKAYLA PENGELLY, who scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-4.
Palmerton's victory bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Catasauqua, their defeat ended a four-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 0-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Palmerton will square off against Pleasant Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Catasauqua, they will head out on the road to challenge Saucon Valley at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.
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