The Oley Valley Lynx will challenge the Middletown Blue Raiders at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. Oley Valley has given up an average of 9.1 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
On Thursday, Oley Valley didn't have quite enough to beat Brandywine Heights Area and fell 12-11. That's two games in a row now that the Lynx have lost by just one run.
Oley Valley got a good showing from Koryn Reinstein, who tossed 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off four hits. Reinstein has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in eight consecutive appearances.
At the plate, Taylor Schlegel and Cora Nash stepped up to the plate in a big way. Schlegel went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one triple, while Nash got on base in all four of her plate appearances with two runs, one triple, and one RBI. Another player making a difference was Kadyn Rhoads, who went 2-for-3 with two doubles, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Lancaster Catholic hit Middletown with a six-run seventh inning on Thursday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Blue Raiders lost 9-3 to the Crusaders.
Meghan O'Brien made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went a perfect 4-for-4 with one run. Delaney Fitzpatrick was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one run.
Oley Valley has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 6-10 record this season. As for Middletown, their loss dropped their record down to 9-5.
Monday's matchup will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Oley Valley hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .315. However, it's not like Middletown struggles in that department as they've averaged .431. 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.
