Coudersport came tearing into Monday's game with six straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 7.5 runs) and they left with even more momentum. They had just enough and edged the Port Allegany Gators out 5-4. That's two games straight that Coudersport has won by just one run.
Gavyn Ayers was a major factor no matter where he played. He looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over five innings while giving up four earned runs off only two hits. Ayers has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive pitching appearances. Ayers was also solid in the batter's box, scoring a run while getting on base in all three of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on LT Myers, who got on base in all three of his plate appearances with two RBI.
On Port Allegany's side, they saw two different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Levi Howard, who scored a run while going 1-for-2.
Coudersport pushed their record up to 9-1 with that win, which was their fifth straight on the road. As for Port Allegany, they now have a losing record at 4-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Coudersport will take on Oswayo Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Port Allegany, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Johnsonburg at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
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