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SOL Colonial Division
Pennridge 1, North Penn 0
Five days earlier, Pennridge ran up against North Penn ace Trevor Lugara and ended up on the short end of a 1-0 final. Monday was the rematch and the rubber game of the three-game series between the two teams under the lights of Hostelley Field.
This time, however, Ryder Olson and the Rams were the ones who ended up on the winning end of the Knights' Senior Night game 1-0.
“The entire series was extremely tight and well-played on both sides,” said Rams coach Dan Long. “We got a tremendous effort from Ryder Olson once again.
“This was a great series win for us as a team.”
One second inning run proved the difference, as Olson and Austin Cox combined on a four-hit shutout of the Colonial Division champion Knights.
Pennridge entered Monday in the No. 27 position in the District One Class 6A rankings, and only 24 teams qualify for the postseason tournament. While beating North Penn (No. 5) will help Pennridge, two of the teams ahead of it, Council Rock South (No. 24) and Cheltenham (No. 26) both won Monday, as well. The Rams will find out their fate at Thursday night’s seeding meeting.
By the Numbers: Pennridge: Ryder Olson (WP, 5 2/3 IP, 4 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 2 K), Austin Cox (Save, 1 1/3 IP, 0 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 3 K).
North Penn: Trevor Lugara (LP, 7 IP, 4 H, 1 R, 0 ER, 1 BB, 9 K).
Key Inning: Top of the 2nd: With one out, Brayden Robinson singled for Pennridge, and one batter later Anthony Rendler was hit by a pitch. A ground ball to third was misplayed for an error, allowing the only run of the game to score.
Up next: North Penn closed out its regular season with a 15-5 record (10-5 SOL). Pennridge closed out its regular season with an overall record of 11-9 (6-9 SOL).
Pennridge 010 000 0 - 1 4 1
North Penn 000 000 0 - 0 4 2
(Game 1)
Central Bucks South 11, CB East 4
A Blake Bell grand slam in the third inning broke open a tie game, and the hit parade didn’t stop as CB South outslugged CB East in the opener on Monday.
The Titans scored 11 runs on 15 hits.
Owen Pinkerton was 3-for-3 with a home run. Brett Barrett, also the winning pitcher, went 3-for-4 with a double.
By the Numbers: CB South: Owen Pinkerton (3-for-3, 1 HR, 2 RBIs, 2 run), Brett Barrett (3-for-4, 1 double, 1 RBI, 2 runs, WP, 5 IP, 5 H, 3 ER, 2 BB, 4 K), Blake Bell (1 HR, 4 RBIs), Jake Yang (2-for-4), Shane Farrell (2-for-4, 2 RBIs, 2 runs), Jake Blum (2-for-3).
CB East: Nolan Behm (1 HR, 2 RBIs), Tyler Muzsi (2-for-4), Brendan Keiser (2-for-2, 1 RBI).
Key Inning: Bottom of the 3rd: With two outs and the score tied at 2, Shane Farrell, Owen Pinkerton and Jake Blum each singled to load the bases. Blake Bell then hit a home run to left field to put the Titans in the lead for good.
CB East 200 011 0 - 4 7 3
CB South 204 113 x - 11 15 1
(Game 2)
Central Bucks East 8, Central Bucks South 4
CB East pulled off the split in the doubleheader and won the season series against its archrival with an 8-4 win over CB South in the nightcap on Monday.
Shortstop Chase Fulford went 2-for-3 with five RBIs, including a three-run home run in the second inning.
The Patriots scored their eight runs in the second and third innings, on just five hits, but they drew nine walks and two hit batters.
Brody Wojnicki pitched 2 1/3 shutout innings of relief to close out the game for starter Mike Colbert.
By the Numbers: CB East: Chase Fulford (2-for-5, 1 HR, 5 RBIs, 2 SBs), Nolan Behm (1 RBI), Mason Cruz (1 RBI, 2 runs scored), Brody Wojnicki 2 1/3 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 3 K).
CB South: Owen Pinkerton (2-for-3, 1 HR, 1 double, 3 RBIs).
Key Inning: Bottom of the third: Trailing 4-3, Jack Thompson got it started for CB East with a one-out walk, followed by an Anthony Niro single. The tying run scored on an error, and then with two outs, a bases loaded walk to Mason Cruz put East in front, Chase Fulford roped a two-run single and Nolan Behm induced a bases loaded walk to make it 8-4.
Up next: Central Bucks South (11-8, 8-7 SOL) will host Holy Ghost Prep in a non-league game Wednesday, and Central Bucks East (8-11, 5-10) will travel to Holy Ghost Prep Tuesday for a non-league game.
CB South 202 000 0 - 4 6 1
CB East 035 000 x - 8 5 2
SOL Patriot Division
Council Rock South 9, Council Rock North 3
Nine runs in the first two innings gave CR South a huge cushion at home, and it rolled from there to an important 9-3 win over rival CR North in the regular-season finale.
The win gave the Golden Hawks the season series against the Indians, 2-1. The team entered the day in the No. 25 position for the upcoming District One Class 6A Tournament. The seeding meeting for the playoffs, which start Monday, is Thursday night.
“Great team win,” said CR South coach Greg Paprocki. “Probably the most complete game we’ve played this whole season.
“I’m extremely proud of these guys. We hit a four-game skid with our backs against the wall to make the playoffs, and they responded with a four-game win streak to give us a shot.”
By the Numbers: CR South: Drew Nemeth (2-for-4, 3 RBIs), Reed Curtier (2-for-4, WP, 4 IP, 5 H, 3 ER, 5 BB, 5 K), Johnny Mendola (2-for-4, 1 RBI), Jimmy Clark (3 IP, 2 H, 0 ER, 1 BB, 3 K).
Key Inning: Bottom of the 2nd: The Golden Hawks blew the game wide open with six runs on six hits - all singles - including an RBI sac fly by Billy O’Neill, a two-run single by Drew Nemeth, an RBI single by Ryan Hickey, and a two-run single by Zack Abt.
CR South coach Greg Paprocki: “I don’t know where the chips will fall this week, but whatever happens I am proud of the way these guys fought back and responded to adversity.
“I believe if we get in, we could make a run. I think we are built for it, and our guys are hot at the right time. Hopefully, things play out in our favor.”
Up next: Council Rock South closed out its regular season with a 10-9 record overall while Council Rock North had a 12-8 record overall in the regular season. Both teams were 8-7 in league play.
CR North 021 000 0 - 3 7 2
CR South 360 000 x - 9 10 1
SOL Freedom Division
Cheltenham 13, Lower Moreland 4
Cheltenham scored in every inning, blowing open a close game in the third on the way to a 13-4 win over Lower Moreland, completing the series sweep against the Lions in the final division game of the season.
The Panthers scored 13 runs on 11 hits, nine walks and stole 10 bases.
Billy Fishman went 2-for-4 with a double and three RBIs. Finn Kopp picked up the win on the mound, with four shutout innings.
“It was a great win today, as we definitely needed the win to stay in the hunt for districts,” said Cheltenham coach Lukas Nakkula. “We hit the ball great today all game, which really pushed us to the win, as we were able to get past an inning where we gave up four runs.”
By the Numbers: Cheltenham: Billy Fishman (2-for-4, 1 double, 3 RBIs, 2 runs), Xavi Chanoine (2-for-5), Emile Chanoine (2-for-5, 1 RBI), Jack Haugen (1 triple, 1 RBI), Finn Kopp (WP, 4 IP, 3 H, 0 ER, 2 BB, 3 K).
Key Inning: Bottom of the 3rd: Up 2-0, Cheltenham tacked on three more. Finn Kopp hit an RBI single, Eammon Ivory walked with the bases loaded, and Billy Fishman made it 5-0 with an RBI groundout.
Cheltenham coach Lukas Nakkula: “I’m not exactly sure where this puts us now, as we were two spots out of the playoffs before today. I think we need two other teams to lose, as well, in order for us to make it.”
Up next: Cheltenham (10-8, 8-7 SOL) will travel to Wissahickon on Tuesday, Lower Moreland closed out its season with an overall record of 4-16 (2-13 SOL).
Lower Moreland 000 040 0 - 4 6 3
Cheltenham 113 134 - 13 11 2
Upper Moreland 10, New Hope-Solebury 6
With 10 runs on 13 hits, Upper Moreland wrapped up its Freedom Division season in style and completed the season sweep of New Hope.
The Golden Bears led this one 6-1 at one point, only to see host New Hope rally to tie it in the fifth inning, but with two in the sixth and two in the seventh, they put the game away.
UM had four extra base hits, led by Lucas Zipper, who had three hits and two doubles.
By the Numbers: UM: Lucas Zipper (3-for-5, 2 doubles, 1 RBI), Chase Moore (2-for-4, 2 RBIs), Colson Campbell (2-for-4, 2 runs), Josh Darsney (2-for-3, 1 double, 2 RBIs), Max Abbosh (2-for-2, 1 triple, 4 runs, 1 RBI), Murray (1-for-3, 2 RBIs).
Key Innings: Top of the 6th: Tied at 6, Abbosh led off with a walk, and after being bunted to second, scored on a RBI single by Jimmy Murray. Later with two outs, Lucas Zipper doubled to make it 8-6.
UM coach Jim Fasano: “Really nice team win for us despite a shaky fifth inning.
“Cannon Campbell once again pounded the zone, throwing 33 of 47 pitches for strikes in his 3.2 innings of relief. The kid just doesn’t blink no matter the situation.
“We had a bunch of two-out hits with runners in scoring position, notably by Chase Moore, Josh Darsney, Max Abbosh, and Chase Rampulla. Maybe it was just a matter of time or maybe it was my coaching (probably not) that helped turn the tide. Whatever the reason, I’m glad we’re here now.”
–Props: “Josh Darsney had two hits, as did Max Abbosh, Colson Campbell and Chase Moore. Lucas Zipper had three, including two doubles. Nice to see the boys playing well at the end of the year.
“I’m particularly happy for Josh Darsney, he transferred to UM from La Salle and has already made a huge contribution as a sophomore. Great kid, good teammate, tremendous work ethic. Those three qualities are a good start in life.
“Max Abbosh has been the consummate teammate, senior and general human being this season, as he struggled offensively initially and found himself in a reserve role. But he’s started two of the last three games and has two hits in both games. As I’ve said before, I’m probably going to be working for him one day, if he’ll hire me.
--Overview: “New Hope has a great coach and some outstanding young players. We got the best of them today, but there are better days ahead for that group.
“We went 13-2 this league season and I am fortunate to have a great group of coaches, players and parents to share these successes with. Upper Moreland is a special community.
“Our job is not done yet. We have a second round playoff game a week from Wednesday that is another opportunity to make proud all those people who’ve supported us this year.”
Up next: New Hope-Solebury (13-5, 7-2 SOL) will host Solebury for a non-league game Wednesday when the Lions will celebrate Senior Night. Upper Moreland closed out its regular season with an overall record of 13-5 (8-1 SOL).
Upper Moreland 033 002 2 - 10 13 4
New Hope. 012 030 0 - 6 6 0
Non-League
Souderton 7, Quakertown 6
Six runs on five hits in the sixth inning, including a three-run double by Connor Klock, proved the difference as Souderton rallied to catch Quakertown and then held off the Panthers late for the 7-6 victory in a non-league night game on Monday.
The Indians were out-hit 12-6 and trailed 2-1 heading into the sixth.
Charlie Hunsicker pitched a scoreless seventh inning to finish the game off and earn the save.
By the Numbers: Souderton: Connor Klock (1 double, 3 RBIs), Harper (2-for-3, 2 doubles, 2 RBIs).
Quakertown: Cole Reich (3-for-4, 1 double, 1 RBI, 2 runs), Anthony Pellegrini (2-for-4, double, 2 RBIs).
Key Inning: Top of the 6th: Tyler Deery got things started with a one-out single, followed by an Evan Divens walk. Pollock made it a 2-2 game with an RBI single and then Harper put Souderton up with an RBI double. Charlie Hunsicker added an RBI single, and Klock’s bases clearing double to center field made it a 7-2 game.
Up next: Souderton (10-8-1, 8-7 SOL) will host Plymouth Whitemarsh in a non-league game Tuesday, and Quakertown closed its regular season with a 10-9 record (9-6 SOL).
Souderton 000 106 0 - 7 6 1
Quakertown 200 003 1 - 6 12 2
Upper Dublin 4, Pennsbury 3
It was a non-league game, but it was played under the lights at the Trenton Thunder Ballpark, and it featured two teams that head into their respective district playoffs as among the favorites in Class 6A and 5A,
respectively.
So, probably not a surprise that this one came down to the last out, and in the end it was a four-run fifth inning that made the difference as the Liberty Division champ Upper Dublin knocked off Patriot Division champ Pennsbury 4-3.
Austin Dahl hit a three-run triple to tie the game in the fifth, and also pitched a scoreless 1 1/3 inning and was the winning pitcher.
After delivering a triple, Dahl scored the go-ahead run as Wesley Gill reached on an error.
Key Players: UD: Eric Berman (2-for-3), Austin Dahl (1 triple, 3 RBIs, WP), Chase Greiner (Save, 1 IP, 0 H, 0 ER, 0 BB, 1 K).
Pennsbury: Keller Bradley (2 2/3 IP, 1 H, 0 ER, 1 BB, 8 K), Brendan Zuckerman (2-for-2, 1 double, 2 RBIs), Trip Hansbury (2-for-3, 1 double).
Up next: Pennsbury closed it regular season with an 11-7 overall record (11-4 SOL) while Upper Dublin is 14-6 overall, 11-4 SOL.
Upper Dublin 000 040 0 - 4 7 0
Pennsbury 300 000 0 - 3
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