The Cambria Heights Highlanders will head out on the road to square off against the United Lions at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Cambria Heights is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 9.2 runs per game this season.
On Monday, Cambria Heights earned a 6-1 win over West Shamokin.
Garrett Jasper spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: he surrendered one run (which was unearned) on three hits and racked up nine Ks. He has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, the team relied heavily on Ethan Kline, who scored a run while going 1-for-3. The team also got some help courtesy of Hayden Leamer, who scored a run while getting on base in three of his four plate appearances.
Meanwhile, United got the win against Berlin Brothersvalley on Saturday by a conclusive 16-8.
The team relied heavily on Isaac Worthington, who went 2-for-3 with a home run, six RBI, and two runs. Another player making a difference was Caden McCully, who scored three runs and stole a base while getting on base in three of his five plate appearances.
Cambria Heights' record now sits at 7-1. As for United, they now have a winning record of 6-5.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Tuesday as neither team is afraid to steal. Cambria Heights has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 4.4 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like United struggles in that department as they've been averaging 2.9. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Cambria Heights came up short against United in their previous matchup back in April of 2023, falling 13-8. Can Cambria Heights avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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