Conestoga was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 3-1 heartbreaker at the hands of the Lower Merion Aces. The Pioneers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Aces apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Conestoga got a good showing from Henry Fuerst, who pitched four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off three hits.
At the plate, Cooper Banks Evers made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole Two bases. while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances. Chase Rantanen also deserves some recognition as he got his first hit of the season.
Conestoga's loss dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Lower Merion, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Conestoga will challenge Ridley at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Lower Merion, they will face off against Haverford at 3:45 p.m. on Monday.
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