Selinsgrove couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the East Pennsboro Panthers by a score of 8-6 on Friday. Selinsgrove was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as East Pennsboro apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2023.
Mason Richter made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-3 with a home run and three RBI. Tucker Teats was another key contributor, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with a home run and two runs.
Even though they lost, Selinsgrove lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as East Pennsboro only launched no.
On East Pennsboro's side, Ryan Stover tossed a big game, striking out seven batters over five innings while giving up three earned runs off six hits.
At the plate, Lucas Martz was excellent, scoring a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Andrew Seibert, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Selinsgrove will take on Wallenpaupack Area at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. As for East Pennsboro, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Trinity at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday. The last three games Trinity has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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