Warriors
| 05/02/25 @ Clarion Area | 6-12 |
| 04/30/25 @ Union/Allegheny-Clarion Valley | 1-0 |
| 04/28/25 @ Cranberry Area | 5-2 |
| 04/23/25 vs Redbank Valley | 11-1 |
| 04/18/25 @ New Castle | 1-7 |
Moniteau dropped their record down to 8-6 on Friday, which also ended the team's three-game streak of wins. They came up short against the Clarion Area Bobcats, falling 12-6. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Warriors of the 10-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2024.
As for Clarion Area, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 9-3. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won six contests by six runs or more this season.
For Clarion Area's part, Derek Smail was a major factor while hitting and pitching. He struck out seven batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. Smail was also stellar in the batter's box, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and two RBI. That's the most runs he has posted since back in May of 2024.
In other batting news, Ethan Rex was incredible, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one double. Another player making a difference was Noah Harrison, who went 2-for-3 with two RBI, one run, and one double.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Moniteau will host Punxsutawney at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Clarion Area, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Mercer at 4:00 p.m. The Bobcats' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mustangs have averaged an impressive 7.9 runs per game this season.
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