Southern Lehigh fell victim to Palisades and their airtight pitching crew on Saturday. They took a 5-0 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Palisades Pirates. The match marked the first time this season in which Southern Lehigh was not able to get on the board.
For Palisades' part, the result came thanks to Karlye Teman's shutout, as she gave up just three hits and racked up 14 Ks. Teman has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts every time she's pitched this season.
On the hitting side, Erin Wallillich and Brooklynn Lucas did most of the damage at the plate: Wallillich scored two runs and stole a base while going 2-for-3, while Lucas went 2-for-3 with three RBI and a double.
Southern Lehigh has traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-10 record this season. As for Palisades, they pushed their record up to 14-4 with that victory, which was their fourth straight at home.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Southern Lehigh will be staying on the road on Monday to face off against Notre Dame-Green Pond at 4:00 p.m. Southern Lehigh is strutting in with some hitting muscle as they've averaged 7.9 runs per game this season. As for Palisades, they will head out on the road to face off against Saucon Valley at 4:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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