Hanover extended their losing streak to five on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-11. They lost 20-1 to the Delone Catholic Squires. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Squires this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-0 back in March.
Hanover saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Mckenna Hess, who went 1-for-2 with one triple, one stolen base, and one run. That triple marked the first that Hess has hit this season.
As for Delone Catholic, the victory got them back to even at 7-7. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won seven games by seven runs or more this season.
On Delone Catholic's side, Grace Hewitt was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she pitched one inning while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Hewitt has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two hits in three consecutive appearances. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Avery Heberling, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three RBI and one run. That's the most hits she has posted since back in March of 2025. Chloe Hamberger was another key player, getting on base in two of her three plate appearances with two runs and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Hanover will square off against rival Fairfield at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Delone Catholic is set to face off against their familiar foe Biglerville at 4:15 p.m. on Monday.
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