East Forest/West Forest came into Thursday's game having lost 20 straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Venango Catholic Vikings on Thursday and snuck past 7-5. East Forest/West Forest's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Colton Kuntz was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out 12 batters over 6.1 innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits. Kuntz was also big at the plate, scoring two runs while going 2-for-4.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Auprel McLean, who scored two runs and stole three bases while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
East Forest/West Forest made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. East Forest/West Forest will take on Karns City at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Venango Catholic, they will head out on the road to challenge Allegheny-Clarion Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Venango Catholic is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
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