Sewickley Academy couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They suffered a rough 18-0 defeat at the hands of the Union Area Scotties in Monday's first game. Sewickley Academy has not had much luck with Union Area recently, as the team's come up short the last eight times they've met.
For Union Area's part, Mia Preuhs made a splash no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out seven batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and only one walk). Preuhs was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
In other batting news, Tori May was incredible, going 1-for-1 with five RBI, a run, and a double. Olivia Williams was another key contributor, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while getting on base in two of her three plate appearances.
Union Area's win bumped their record up to 6-1.
The teams didn't have to wait long for a rematch: they beat Sewickley Academy by a score of 15-0 later that day.
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