Greater Johnstown had lost 19 straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Saturday they dropped their record down to 1-9 to make it 20. They lost 14-4 to the Central Cambria Red Devils. If the Trojans were looking for revenge after losing 12-0 to the Red Devils when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Central Cambria, their record is now 7-2. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for they considering their one-run performance the game before.
For Central Cambria's part, Grady Snyder was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only two hits while striking out six over four innings pitched. Snyder was also big at the plate, going 3-for-4 with one home run and four RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March of 2024.
In other batting news, Derek McConnell was incredible, going a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, three RBI, and one run. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high. Mason Pittsinger also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Greater Johnstown will welcome Ferndale at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Yellow Jackets have struggled to contain batters this season (they've allowed 8.29 runs per game on average), something the Trojans will no doubt try to take advantage of. As for Central Cambria, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Bald Eagle Area at 4:30 p.m.
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