Wyoming Area hadn't done well against Tunkhannock recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Wednesday. The Warriors were the clear victors by a 16-1 margin over the Tigers. The Warriors' hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Mitchell Rusinchak
| 04/02/25 vs Tunkhannock | 3 |
| 03/20/25 vs Crestwood | 2 |
| 04/27/24 @ Berwick | 2 |
| 03/22/25 vs Mid Valley | 1 |
| 05/03/24 vs MMI Preparatory School | 1 |
Mitchell Rusinchak made a splash while hitting and pitching. He pitched three innings while giving up no earned runs off three hits. Rusinchak was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing three bases while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Wyoming Area got a massive performance out of Jeremy Layland, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one triple, and one RBI. That RBI was Layland's first of the season. Another player making a difference was Robbie Yatsko, who scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Wyoming Area kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least eight hits in three consecutive matches.
Wyoming Area picked up their first home win, bumping their record up to 2-3. As for Tunkhannock, their loss was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 0-4.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wyoming Area will challenge Wyoming Seminary College Prep at 4:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Tunkhannock, a feisty cat fight will be fought as Tunkhannock Tigers challenge Valley View Cougars at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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