Springside Chestnut Hill Academy couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Neumann-Goretti Saints by a score of 2-1 on Thursday. Springside Chestnut Hill Academy was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Neumann-Goretti apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April of 2022.
For Neumann-Goretti's part, Joe Gallagher looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits.
At the plate, Evan McCoach was excellent, going 1-for-3 with a home run.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Springside Chestnut Hill Academy will take on John Carroll Catholic at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday. As for Neumann-Goretti, they will head out on the road to face off against Lansdale Catholic at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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