North Clarion extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to eight on Friday, dropping their season record down to 0-7 in the process. They lost 16-1 to the Youngsville Eagles. That's two games in a row now that the Wolves have lost by exactly 15 runs.
North Clarion saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Owen Karg, who went 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one RBI. Another was Kelton Stitt, who earned one run and two stolen bases.
As for Youngsville, the win got them back to even at 4-4. That 15 run margin sets a new team best for them this season.
On Youngsville's side, James Johnson was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and only one walk). Those seven strikeouts gave Johnson a new career-high. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base.
In other batting news, Youngsville got a big performance out of Cole Johnson, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double. Bryce Spinks was another key player, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three runs.
North Clarion wasted no time getting back out on the field and has already played their next game, a 24-2 defeat against Redbank Valley on the 28th. As for Youngsville, they have also already played their next contest, an 11-7 victory against Seneca on the 28th.
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