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| 04/06/26 - Home | 5-3 W |
| 04/23/25 - Home | 0-12 L |
| 04/08/25 - Away | 1-8 L |
| 05/01/24 - Away | 2-5 L |
| 04/15/24 - Home | 0-4 L |
| + 5 more games |
Cedar Crest took a 12-run loss the last time they faced off against Hempfield, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Falcons narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past the Black Knights 5-3. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Falcons have posted since April 17, 2025.
Davin Kolter looked comfortable as he struck out six batters over four innings while giving up just two earned runs off two hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two hits any time he's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Mason Copenhaver was excellent, going a perfect 1-for-1 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run. Those RBI marked the first that he has brought in this season.
Cedar Crest now has a winning record of 4-3. As for Hempfield, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 2-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Cedar Crest will host Ephrata at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday. The Falcons' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Mountaineers have averaged an impressive 6.8 runs per game this season. As for Hempfield, they will be playing at home against Penn Manor at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday. The Comets' pitching crew has only allowed 2.7 runs per game this season, so the Black Knights' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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