Shamokin Area hasn't had much luck against Williamsport recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Indians will venture away from home to square off against the Millionaires at 7:00 p.m.
On Monday, Shamokin Area came up short against Jersey Shore and fell 4-1.
Shamokin Area saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Rylan Price, who went 1-for-3 with two stolen bases and one run.
Williamsport came out on top against Mifflinburg on Wednesday thanks in part to the team's impressive four-run sixth inning. The Millionaires took their matchup against the Wildcats 7-2. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Millionaires.
Cole Deitrick made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching four innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off four hits. He has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in five consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one run.
In other batting news, Christian Franzen was excellent, going 1-for-2 with two runs, one double, and one RBI. He has become a key player for Williamsport: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two runs, but 2-4 otherwise. Gio White was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs.
Shamokin Area's defeat dropped their record down to 5-7. As for Williamsport, their record now sits at 7-4.
Shamokin Area might still be hurting after the 14-1 loss they got from Williamsport in their previous matchup on April 8th. Can the Indians avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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