Keystone had lost six straight at home dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 1-3 to make it seven. They lost 17-8 to the Cranberry Area Berries. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Berries this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 13-0 on Wednesday.
As for Cranberry Area, the win (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 6-3. The result was nothing new for the Berries, who have now won five contests by nine runs or more so far this season.
For Cranberry Area's part, Kellie Schnieder was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched two innings while giving up just one earned run off one hit. Schnieder was also big at the plate, getting on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs and one RBI.
In other batting news, Emma Morrow was a standout: she got on base in four of her five plate appearances with three runs. Jadyn Schumaker was another key player, going 1-for-3 with one home run.
Looking ahead, Keystone is taking a road trip to face off against Karns City at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. The Gremlins will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something the Panthers surely won't give up without a fight. As for Cranberry Area, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Rocky Grove at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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