It was a good run, but Strath Haven unfortunately witnessed the end of their four-game winning streak on Monday. They fell just short of the Springfield Cougars by a score of 8-7. Strath Haven was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Springfield apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2023.
Strath Haven got a good showing from Rob Mattai, who struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned (and two unearned) runs off four hits.
On the hitting side, Strath Haven saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Will Thompson, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Matt Kane, who scored a run and stole a base while getting on base in two of his four plate appearances.
On Springfield's side, Sean Williams made a splash no matter where he played. He struck out ten batters over 4.2 innings while giving up three earned (and one unearned) runs off only two hits. Williams was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with four RBI and a triple.
Having lost for the first time this season, Strath Haven fell to 4-1. As for Springfield, their win bumped their record up to 2-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Strath Haven will take on Penncrest at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average, (Strath Haven: 2, Penncrest: 3.5) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Springfield, they will be playing at home against Radnor at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
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