Burgettstown is still looking for their season's first win. They lost 15-3 to the Bentworth Bearcats on Friday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Burgettstown of the 11-0 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April.
For Bentworth's part, Sydney Gonglik was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 14 batters over five innings while giving up just two earned (and one unearned) runs off seven hits (and only one walk). Gonglik has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Gonglik was also stellar in the batter's box, going 4-for-4 with three runs, three RBI, and a triple.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Zoie McDonald, who went 4-for-4 with a home run, three runs, and four RBI. Sofia Gaussa was another key contributor, scoring three runs while going 3-for-4.
Burgettstown's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Bentworth, the win (which was their ninth in a row) raised their record to 11-2.
Burgettstown will be playing in front of their home fans against Bridgeport at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Bentworth will take on Bethlehem Center at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Bentworth will be looking to keep their five-game home win streak alive.
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