Saegertown and Neshannock squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Saegertown had to settle for second. They fell 5-0 to the Neshannock Lancers. Saegertown's loss signaled the end of their ten-game winning streak.
Mikaila Obenrader spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered just two earned (and three unearned) runs on seven hits and racked up eight Ks. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts every time she's pitched this season.
On Neshannock's side, the result came thanks to Addy Frye's shutout, as she gave up just one hit and racked up 17 Ks.
On the hitting side, Miley Anderson was excellent, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4.
Saegertown's defeat ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 17-3. As for Neshannock, their win was their 14th straight at home, which pushed their record up to 24-0.
Saegertown does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Neshannock, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Laurel at 4:00 p.m. Neshannock is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 9.6 runs per game this season.
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