Downingtown West lost to Downingtown East back in March, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Friday. The Whippets came out on top against the Cougars by a score of 13-10.
Stephen Furia made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing four innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off five hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, getting on base in two of his five plate appearances with one run and one RBI.
Brett Connolly
| 04/25/25 @ Downingtown East | 3 |
| 04/22/25 vs Sun Valley | 3 |
| 03/26/25 vs Downingtown East | 2 |
| 04/16/25 vs Bayard Rustin | 1 |
| 04/14/25 @ Great Valley | 1 |
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In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brett Connolly, who got on base in four of his five plate appearances with one home run, five RBI, and three runs. Downingtown West is 2-1 when Connolly posts two or more runs, but 3-10 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Luke Dovidio, who got on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs and one RBI.
Downingtown West always had someone on base and finished the game having posted an OBP of .537. That's the best OBP they've posted all season.
Downingtown West's win ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-11. As for Downingtown East, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 9-7 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Downingtown West will face off against Unionville at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Downingtown East, they will square off against Great Valley at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. The Cougars' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Patriots have averaged an impressive 8.4 runs per game this season.
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