Catasauqua lost against Palmerton back in April of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Catasauqua Rough Riders' rough 11-1 defeat to the Palmerton Blue Bombers might stick with them for a while. That's two games in a row now that Catasauqua has lost by exactly ten runs.
For Palmerton's part, CARLY GAFFNEY made a big impact no matter where she played. She struck out 12 batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off five hits. GAFFNEY has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't pitched less than six innings every time she's pitched this season. GAFFNEY was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, a triple, and a run.
In other batting news, HAILEY BARRY was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3. MIKAYLA PENGELLY was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 2-for-4.
This is the second loss in a row for Catasauqua and nudges their season record down to 0-2. As for Palmerton, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Catasauqua will challenge Saucon Valley at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Palmerton, they will head out on the road to square off against Pleasant Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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