Shenango Explodes Late to Secure Dominant Win Over New Kensington

Shenango Explodes Late to Secure Dominant Win Over New Kensington
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March 28, 2026

In a game defined by a late-inning offensive barrage and lights-out relief pitching, Penn State Shenango secured a convincing 13-4 victory over Penn State New Kensington at Pemberton Park. After trailing midway through the contest, the Shenango bats erupted for 11 runs across the 5th and 6th innings to pull away for the conference win.

The game remained a tight offensive struggle through the early frames, with New Kensington holding a narrow 4-2 lead heading into the bottom of the 5th. However, the momentum shifted entirely as Shenango orchestrated a massive seven-run outburst to reclaim the lead. The lineup remained relentless in the following frame, adding four more insurance runs in the 6th inning to effectively put the game out of reach. This offensive clinic was built on a combination of 15 total hits and aggressive baserunning, as the team successfully swiped five bases to keep constant pressure on the New Kensington defense.

Several individual performances anchored the victory, headlined by a perfect day at the plate from Anthony Miller, who went 5-for-5 with a triple, two RBIs, and a run scored. JA Quahliero provided a major spark as well, finishing 2-for-4 with a double, two RBIs, and two runs scored. Dominic Fornataro set the tone from the leadoff spot with three hits, while John Perry and Tyler Evans each contributed key hits and a combined four RBIs to round out the balanced attack.
 
On the mound, the pitching staff combined for nine strikeouts while limiting the opposition to just five hits over seven innings. Nate Evans started the contest, striking out six batters over 4.1 innings of work. Brady Walker earned the win with a flawless relief appearance, tossing 2.2 hitless innings and striking out three to silence the New Kensington bats and secure the victory.

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