Warrior Run is 0-7 against Loyalsock Township since May of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Monday. The Warrior Run Defenders will be playing in front of their home fans against the Loyalsock Township Lancers at 5:00 p.m. After the two teams made easy work of their previous opponents, one won't be so lucky on Monday.
While Warrior Run has not struggled against Bloomsburg recently, they managed to flip the script on Friday. Warrior Run never let Bloomsburg onto the board and left with a 15-0 win. With that victory, Warrior Run brought their scoring average up to 8 runs per game.
Landon Polcyn and Griffen Harrington made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, Polcyn tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Meanwhile, Harrington pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (he also only allowed one walk). At the plate, Polcyn went 2-for-2 with two runs, a triple, and two RBI, while Harrington scored two runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3. Harrington is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Stone Allison, who went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and a double. Another player making a difference was Cohen Zechman, who went 1-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
Meanwhile, Loyalsock Township scored the most runs they've had all season to find success last Thursday. They blew past Lewisburg 17-1.
John Kiehl was incredible, going 2-for-2 with six RBI, two runs, and a double. Tyler Gee was another key contributor, scoring two runs while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
The win made it two in a row for Warrior Run and bumps their season record up to 3-1. As for Loyalsock Township, the victory got them back to even at 2-2.
Monday's matchup might come down to which pitcher can control the ball better. Warrior Run has hit smart this season, having averaged an OBP of .471. However, it's not like Loyalsock Township struggles in that department as they've averaged .473. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Warrior Run came up short against Loyalsock Township in their previous matchup back in April of 2023, falling 8-4. Will Warrior Run have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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