Neumann Regional Academy had to start their season on the road on Monday, and it wasn't the start they were hoping for. They wound up on the wrong side of a rough 17-2 walloping at the hands of the Bucktail Bucks. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Neumann Regional Academy of the 15-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Bucktail's part, Makenzie Wagner was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she struck out six batters over two innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and not a single walk). Wagner was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Lola English, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in all four of her plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Eva Sockman, who went 2-for-2 with a triple and two RBI.
Neumann Regional Academy will be playing at home against Sugar Valley Rural at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Bucktail, they will head out on the road to square off against Moshannon Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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