Willingboro extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 16 on Friday, dropping their season record down to 0-11 in the process. They lost 16-4 to the Palmyra Panthers. If the Chimeras were looking for revenge after losing 5-3 to the Panthers when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Palmyra, they are on a roll lately: they've won five of their last six contests. That's provided a massive bump to their 7-8 record this season. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.2 runs over those games.
For Palmyra's part, Anthony Morgenstern made a splash while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, pitching two innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Morgenstern has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in four consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-3 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run. Those three RBI gave him a new career-high.
In other batting news, Nate Bachich was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with five RBI, one triple, and one stolen base. Those five RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Brandon Howell, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Willingboro will host Moorestown Friends at 3:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Palmyra, they will welcome Medford Tech at 3:45 p.m. on Monday.
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