The Warwick Warriors will head out on the road to face off against the Hempfield Black Knights at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. Warwick has given up an average of 7 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Warwick is probably headed into the contest with a chip on their shoulder considering Cumberland Valley just ended the team's four-game winning streak on Saturday. They lost 11-0 to the Eagles. The game marked the first time this year in which the Warriors were not able to get on the board.
Meanwhile, Hempfield entered their matchup against Exeter Township on Saturday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Black Knights fell just short of the Eagles by a score of 5-3.
Rose Wendel was huge no matter where she played even without the win. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching seven innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off 11 hits. Wendel was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-4 with one home run.
In other batting news, Jenna Ernst made the most of her time in the batter's box despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run and one stolen base. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season. Another player making a difference was Lily Ashton, who went 2-for-4 with one stolen base and one RBI.
The loss was their first at home, dropping their record down to 5-3. As for Warwick, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-4.
Monday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Warwick hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .357. However, it's not like Hempfield struggles in that department as they've averaged .336. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance. Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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