Avella extended their losing streak to six on Friday, dropping their season record down to 10-7 in the process. They lost 12-2 to the Fort Cherry Rangers. The Eagles were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rangers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
As for Fort Cherry, the win was the ninth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 12-4. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.8 runs over those games.
For Fort Cherry's part, Colton Temple made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed three innings while giving up no earned runs off two hits. Temple was also big at the plate, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
In other batting news, Landon Trnavsky was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with one home run, three RBI, and two runs. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in March. Another player making a difference was Tyler Wolfe, who went 1-for-3 with one home run and two RBI.
Avella does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Fort Cherry, they will challenge Burgettstown at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Blue Devils' pitching crew has only allowed 2.3 runs per game this season, so the Rangers' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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