Philipsburg-Osceola made up a huge gap compared to their last game against Hollidaysburg, but they still couldn't quite topple them. Philipsburg-Osceola was the clear victor by a 24-7 margin over Hollidaysburg on Thursday. That 17 run margin sets a new team best for the Mountaineers this season.
Macie Bush and Alivia Bizzarri were a major factor no matter where they played. On the mound, Bush tossed two innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. Meanwhile, Bizzarri tossed three innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off six hits. She has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in four consecutive appearances. At the plate, Bush scored two runs and stole three bases while going 1-for-3, while Bizzarri went 3-for-4 with four RBI and one double. Bush also brought in an RBI, marking her first of the season.
In other batting news, Emily Gustkey was a standout: she scored five runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. She also put up a double, which was her first of the season. Maddyx Hampton was another key player, scoring four runs and stealing three bases while going 4-for-4.
Philipsburg-Osceola hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Hollidaysburg struck out eight times.
Mountaineers
| 03/27/25 @ Hollidaysburg | 24-7 |
| 03/25/25 vs Bellwood-Antis | 10-0 |
| 03/21/25 vs West Branch | 3-0 |
| 03/19/25 @ Bishop Guilfoyle | 13-0 |
The win was the fourth in a row for Philipsburg-Osceola, bringing their record up to 4-1. The victories came thanks in part to their pitching effort, having only surrendered 1.8 runs on average over those games. As for Hollidaysburg, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-3.
Coming up, Philipsburg-Osceola will be playing in front of their home fans against DuBois at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. DuBois' pitching crew has only allowed 3.8 runs per game this season, so Philipsburg-Osceola's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Hollidaysburg, they will venture away from home to square off against Central Mountain at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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