Penn Cambria was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They fell 15-10 to the Cambria Heights Highlanders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Penn Cambria of the 4-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2021.
Easton Semelsberger and Derek Hite stepped up to the plate in a big way. Semelsberger scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-3, while Hite went 2-for-4 with a home run, three RBI, and a stolen base. The team also got some help courtesy of Mason Mento, who scored two runs and stole a base while getting on base in four of his five plate appearances.
Even though they lost, Penn Cambria was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .433. That's the best batting average they've managed all season.
On Cambria Heights' side, the team relied heavily on Anthony Swander, who went 3-for-5 with a home run and six RBI. Another player making a difference was Ethan Kline, who scored four runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4.
Penn Cambria's loss dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Cambria Heights, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Penn Cambria will be playing in front of their home fans against Westmont Hilltop at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Penn Cambria has given up an average of 10 runs per game this season, so hopefully the team got some pitching drills in this week. As for Cambria Heights, they will be playing in front of their home fans against River Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The last three games River Valley has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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