Monday just wasn't the day for Conemaugh Township's offense. They lost 12-0 to the Cambria Heights Highlanders on Monday. Conemaugh Township just can't catch a break and has now endured seven losses in a row.
For Cambria Heights' part, Sidney Nihart was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits (and not a single walk). Nihart has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive pitching appearances. Nihart was also big at the plate, scoring a run while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Margaret Elias was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all three of her plate appearances. She is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as she's now stolen at least one in the last three games she's played. Another player making a difference was Brea Kountz, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Conemaugh Township's defeat dropped their record down to 1-10. As for Cambria Heights, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven contests, which provided a massive bump to their 9-7 record this season.
While Conemaugh Township had to take the loss, they won't have to wait long to give it another shot: the pair's next game is a rematch scheduled at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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