Eastern Lebanon County posted their closest victory since May 7, 2025 on Monday. They skirted past the Cocalico Eagles 3-1. The Raiders haven't had any issues with the Eagles recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive win against them.
Austin Smith
| 04/15/26 vs Octorara Area | 8 |
| 03/25/26 vs Northern Lebanon | 7 |
| 04/08/26 vs Garden Spot | 5 |
| 04/01/26 vs Cocalico | 3 |
| 03/20/26 vs Conrad Weiser | 3 |
Austin Smith made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single hit and allowed only one earned run while striking out nine over seven innings pitched. He also allowed no hits, which is notable because Eastern Lebanon County is undefeated when he allows at most three hits, but 3-7 otherwise. Smith was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one stolen base and one run.
Smith wasn't the only one making solid contact as two players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Braden Gettle, who went 1-for-3 with one run and one RBI.
Eastern Lebanon County hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. They are 3-1 when they post two or more strikeouts.
Eastern Lebanon County's record is now 6-7. As for Cocalico, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last seven contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 2-9 record this season.
Eastern Lebanon County has already played their next game, a 12-2 defeat against Donegal on the 22nd. As for Cocalico, they also didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 3-1 loss against Manheim Central on the 22nd.
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