While Northampton couldn't quite beat Easton Area on Thursday, the two-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the eight-point defeat they were dealt last Tuesday. The Northampton Konkrete Kids fell just short of the Easton Area Rovers by a score of 5-3. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Northampton of the 6-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2021.
Sam Erschen made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole two bases while going 2-for-3. Gavin Pychinka was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 3-for-4.
On Easton Area's side, Nolan Fuller tossed a big game, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits over five innings pitched.
Northampton's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Easton Area, their win bumped their record up to 2-0.
Northampton will head out on the road to take on Allentown Central Catholic at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Easton Area, they will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Abington Heights at 11:00 a.m.
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