There's no place like home for Mahanoy Area, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Wednesday. They put the hurt on the Lincoln Leadership Academy Lions with a sharp 13-1 victory on Saturday. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest win Mahanoy Area has managed all season.
Lucas Karnish was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single hit, only one earned run while striking out eight over five innings pitched. Karnish was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with five RBI, two runs, and a stolen base.
In other batting news, Devin Nunemacher was a standout: he scored three runs while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances. Another player making a difference was Daniel German, who scored a run and stole two bases while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Mahanoy Area's victory bumped their record up to 6-12. As for Lincoln Leadership Academy, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-8 record this season.
Mahanoy Area will square off against Weatherly at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Mahanoy Area is facing Weatherly at the right time seeing as Weatherly is stuck on a ten-game losing streak. As for Lincoln Leadership Academy, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against MMI Preparatory School at 3:30 p.m. The last three games MMI Preparatory School has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one.
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