Pocono Mountain West scored the most runs they've had all season on Friday, but it wasn't enough. They lost 16-7 to the Allentown Central Catholic Vikings. Pocono Mountain West has struggled against Allentown Central Catholic recently, as their game on Friday was their fifth consecutive lost matchup.
For Allentown Central Catholic's part, Jenna Dalrymple spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and four unearned) runs on five hits and racked up 14 Ks.
At the plate, Gianna Menecola was incredible, going 4-for-5 with a home run, five RBI, and three runs. The team also got some help courtesy of Giada Montone, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 4-for-5.
Pocono Mountain West's defeat dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Allentown Central Catholic, their victory ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-12.
Pocono Mountain West will take on East Stroudsburg North at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. East Stroudsburg North is coming into the contest with six straight losses on the road, meaning Pocono Mountain West will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Allentown Central Catholic, they didn't take long to hit the field again: they've already played their next matchup, a 22-7 victory vs. Nativity BVM on the 27th.
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