While it was Pitman who put the first points on the board on Monday, it was Overbrook who put up more. The Pitman Panthers fell 8-3 to the Overbrook Rams. Pitman has struggled against Overbrook recently, as their match on Monday was their third consecutive lost matchup.
Cassidy Batten spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and five unearned) runs on ten hits and racked up six Ks.
At the plate, Emery Sharpnack was cooking despite her team's loss, going 1-for-3 with a home run and two runs.
On Overbrook's side, they also let their pitcher toss all seven innings and she was also dialed-in: Alese Smith gave up just two earned (and one unearned) runs on four hits and racked up eight Ks.
On the hitting side, Gianna Simon was a standout: she scored two runs and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Danica Maggi, who scored two runs while going 3-for-4.
Pitman's loss dropped their record down to 10-7. As for Overbrook, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 9-7 record this season.
Pitman will head out on the road to challenge Pennsville Memorial at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Pennsville Memorial will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something Pitman surely won't give up without a fight. As for Overbrook, they will look to defend their home field on Tuesday against Schalick at 4:00 p.m.
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