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Altoona Mountain Lions Dominate Curwensville in Curve Classic Tournament

In a dominating performance, the Altoona Mountain Lions defeated Curwensville 16-0 in the first round of the Curve Classic tournament. The game, played at PNG Field, showcased the talent and depth of the Altoona team.

Pitcher Gavin Albright was the star of the game, throwing five shutout innings and allowing just two hits. With a 10-0 lead before even taking the mound, Albright had the support of a strong offensive performance from his teammates.

Altoona scored 10 runs in the first inning on eight hits, a walk, and two errors by Curwensville. Tanner Stroup and Sam Royer contributed to the offensive onslaught, with Stroup hitting a ground rule double and Royer delivering a two-run triple off the bench.

Head coach Tom Smith was pleased with the team’s performance, especially with the opportunity to give playing time to all 19 players on the roster. The Mountain Lions displayed their depth and talent, with Aaron Smearman, Will Sankey, Connor Sanders, and Dante LaRocco all contributing to the early lead.

Albright’s strong pitching performance, combined with the team’s offensive firepower, propelled Altoona to a convincing victory. The Mountain Lions will now face Hollidaysburg in the semifinals, while Curwensville will play in the consolation game.

Despite the tough loss, Curwensville coach Derek Dixon was grateful for the opportunity to participate in the tournament and face a challenging opponent like Altoona. The experience will undoubtedly benefit his players as they continue their season.

Overall, the Altoona Mountain Lions showcased their talent and depth in a dominant performance against Curwensville, setting the stage for an exciting run in the Curve Classic tournament.