Yough had lost seven straight at home dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 0-11 to make it eight. They fell just short of the Ligonier Valley Rams by a score of 9-8. That's two games in a row now that the Cougars have lost by just one run.
John S was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two runs and one RBI. Tyler B also deserves some recognition as he snagged his first stolen base of the season.
As for Ligonier Valley, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-7. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
On Ligonier Valley's side, Jacob Petalino was a standout: he went 3-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double. That's the most RBI Petalino has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Rocco Harris, who went 2-for-4 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Coming up, Yough will venture away from home to take on Freeport at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. The Cougars will need to watch out since the Yellowjackets have now posted at least ten runs in their last three games. As for Ligonier Valley, they will welcome Southmoreland at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The Rams are facing the Scotties at the right time seeing as the Scotties are stuck on a ten-game losing streak.
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