New Ken Sweeps Central Maine

In an exciting matchup, Penn State New Kensington claimed victory over Central Maine Community College with a final score of 7-2. The game showcased strong performances from both teams, but Penn State New Kensington's offense and solid pitching ultimately secured the win.

The game started off with a defensive battle, but Penn State New Kensington took the lead in the second inning when Piper Zufall singled to left center, bringing Addyson Gregg home.

In the third inning, Penn State New Kensington extended their lead as Olivia Waldrop singled to right field, and an error by the right fielder allowed Kali Barnett to score. The highlight of the inning came when Addyson Gregg launched a towering homer to left center, bringing in three runs and pushing Penn State New Kensington's lead to 5-0.

Central Maine CC managed to get on the scoreboard in the fourth inning due to an error, but Penn State New Kensington responded swiftly in the fifth inning with another RBI single from Piper Zufall.

Central Maine CC attempted a comeback in the sixth inning with a solo home run from Miah Gallan, but Penn State New Kensington's defense held strong.

Penn State New Kensington sealed the victory in the sixth inning as Antonia Velasquez singled to right center, bringing in another run.

Key contributors for Penn State New Kensington included Addyson Gregg, who blasted a three-run homer, and Linda Shepard, who pitched six solid innings, allowing only two runs.

Stat Leaders for Penn State New Kensington:

• Batting: Addyson Gregg (1 HR, 3 RBIs), Piper Zufall (2 RBIs), Jaiden Patterson (2 hits)
• Pitching: Linda Shepard (6 innings pitched, 3 hits, 2 runs, 1 earned run, 1 walk, 3 strikeouts)