Donegal has not done well against Manheim Central recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Donegal Indians came out on top in a nail-biter against the Manheim Central Barons and snuck past 4-3. The win made it back-to-back victories for Donegal.
Donegal saw four different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Shaun DiBello, who went 1-for-4 with two RBI. The team also got some help courtesy of Chase Gerz, who scored a run and stole three bases.
On Manheim Central's side, Ky Watson made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and went 2-for-4 with two runs, a triple, and a double.
Even though they lost, Manheim Central didn't let batters stay on the plate for long and finished the game with nine strikeouts. That's the most strikeouts they've managed all season.
Donegal now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Manheim Central, they now have a losing record at 2-3.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Donegal will take on Cocalico at 5:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Manheim Central, they will stay at home for another game and welcome Octorara Area at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Octorara Area is coming into the matchup with three straight losses on the road, meaning Manheim Central will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory.
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