Marple Newtown had lost six straight on the road, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 3-8 to make it seven. They fell just short of the Penncrest Lions by a score of 3-2. That's two games in a row now that the Fightin' Tigers have lost by just one run.
As for Penncrest, their victory bumped their record up to 5-11. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since May 20, 2024.
For Penncrest's part, Lucas Punzo was excellent, going 1-for-3 with one home run. That home run was Punzo's first of the season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Marple Newtown will venture away from home to challenge Cardinal O'Hara at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Penncrest, they will head out to square off against Strath Haven at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday.
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