Homer-Center was the 6-4 winner over Cambria Heights when they last played one another back in April of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Homer-Center Wildcats took an 8-5 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Cambria Heights Highlanders on Thursday.
For Cambria Heights' part, Sidney Nihart was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, tossing 2.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Nihart has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances. Nihart was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs while going 2-for-2.
In other batting news, Cambria Heights let Olivia Deckard and Ellie Bender loose on the outfield. Deckard went 3-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and a run, while Bender scored two runs and stole three bases while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Gina Lane, who went 2-for-4 with a triple and a run.
Homer-Center now has a losing record at 2-3. As for Cambria Heights, their victory bumped their record up to 3-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Homer-Center will square off against River Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. River Valley's pitching crew has only allowed 3.4 runs per game this season, so Homer-Center's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Cambria Heights, they will head out on the road to take on West Shamokin at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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