Baseball Recap: Smethport Triumphs

It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Smethport ultimately got the result they hoped for on Saturday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 9-8 win over the Oswayo Valley Green Wave. The victory continues a trend for the Hubbers in their matchups with the Green Wave: they've now won five in a row.

Owen Rounsville

Stolen Base

04/04/25 @ Oswayo Valley	3
05/10/25 vs Oswayo Valley	2
05/02/25 @ Cameron County	2
04/30/25 @ Northern Potter	1
04/30/25 vs Northern Potter	1
+ 1 more games

Owen Rounsville made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over 6.2 innings while giving up four earned runs off five hits (and not a single walk). He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with one home run, two stolen bases, and two runs. He has become a key player for Smethport: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 1-9 otherwise.

In other batting news, Zach Hungiville was incredible, getting on base in all five of his plate appearances with four stolen bases, three RBI, and one run. That's the most stolen bases he has posted since back in May of 2024. Cole Burdick was another key player, going 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one double.

Smethport always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .535. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.

Smethport's win bumped their record up to 4-9. As for Oswayo Valley, their defeat was their 18th straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 2-13.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Smethport will welcome Kane at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Oswayo Valley, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Williamson at 2:00 p.m.