Warrior Run has relied on a stalwart pitchers averaging four runs allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Thursday. They came up short against the Southern Columbia Area Tigers, falling 19-6. The loss was the Defenders' first of the season.
Griffen Harrington was cooking despite his team's loss, going 2-for-4 with one home run, three runs, and three RBI. He also hit a triple, marking his first of the season.
Having lost for the first time this season, Warrior Run fell to 7-1. As for Southern Columbia Area, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 9-3 record this season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Warrior Run will venture away from home to square off against South Williamsport at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The Defenders' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mountaineers have averaged an impressive 7.3 runs per game this season. As for Southern Columbia Area, they will be staying on the road on Saturday to face off against Tri-Valley at 11:00 a.m. The Bulldogs are coming into the match with three straight defeats at home, meaning the Tigers will have to defend against a team out to give their home crowd a much needed win.
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