McKeesport had to kick off their season on the road on Tuesday, but they showed no ill effects. They put the hurt on the Steel Valley Ironmen with a sharp 18-9 victory.
Ryenn Thomas was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 14 batters over seven innings while giving up six earned (and three unearned) runs off 11 hits. Thomas was also stellar in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing Five bases. while getting on base in all six of her plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jessica Miller, who scored four runs and stole Four bases. while getting on base in five of her six plate appearances. The team also got some help courtesy of Kendel Bercik, who scored two runs and stole Three bases. while getting on base in three of her six plate appearances.
McKeesport will be playing at home against Penn Hills at 4:00 p.m. on March 26th. As for Steel Valley, they will face off against Our Lady of the Sacred Heart at 5:15 p.m. on Monday.
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