Cocalico extended their losing streak to three on Wednesday, dropping their season record down to 4-7 in the process. They came up short against the Northern Lebanon Vikings, falling 16-4. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Eagles of the 9-5 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2019.
As for Northern Lebanon, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-3 record this season. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven games by six runs or more this season.
For Northern Lebanon's part, Stephanie Palkovic and Lynsie Mauser made a big impact while hitting and pitching. Throwing, Palkovic pitched four innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Meanwhile, Mauser pitched three innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. At bat, Palkovic got on base in three of her five plate appearances with one run, while Mauser got on base in three of her five plate appearances with two runs and one stolen base.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Addison Hollenbach, who went 2-for-5 with three runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Olivia Shutter, who went 2-for-5 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cocalico will challenge Hershey at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Northern Lebanon, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Cedar Crest at 4:15 p.m.
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