It was a good run, but Bethel Park unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Tuesday. They lost 10-1 to the Connellsville Falcons. Bethel Park was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Connellsville apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played last Monday.
For Connellsville's part, Ethan Porreca tossed a big game, striking out six batters over six innings while giving up just one earned run off four hits. Porreca has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Ethan Shultz, who went 3-for-3 with two doubles and two RBI. Grayden Gillott was another key contributor, scoring two runs while going 3-for-4.
Bethel Park's defeat dropped their record down to 7-5-1. As for Connellsville, the win got them back to even at 7-7.
Bethel Park will head out on the road to take on Avonworth at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. Avonworth is coming into the match with five straight victories at home, so Bethel Park will have to stop a squad with plenty of momentum. Connellsville will take on Penn-Trafford at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Penn-Trafford will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more runs each game than the last.
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