Berlin's Elsie Barna tops 100 career hits in win over Meyersdale

There are three sets of sisters in the starting lineup, including Barna's sophomore sister Bena, Bryn and Coral Prosser as well as Callie and Elena Ritchey. Those six girls combined for 15 of the 19 hits against the Red Raiders, including home a 2-run home run by Bryn Prosser, a solo homer by Callie Ritchey and a 3-run frozen rope by Elena Ritchey. Coral Prosser had four hits, scored four runs and reached base five times. Will also hit a 2-run home run.

"That adds to the team chemistry," Elsie Barna said. "We are family and we play like a family on the field. We all feel like a family when we play."

Sophomore Sam Walker earned her fifth win in the circle, while Elena Ritchey tossed the final three innings to seal the victory. It is the second straight season the Mountaineers swept the Red Raiders in the regular season. Berlin also bested Meyersdale in the District 5-1A semifinals last year.

Coach Slope has seen the fruits of his team's labors as the Mountaineers chase more success the remainder of the season.

"This start is a testament to everyone's hard work," Slope said. "Every day in practice, these girls push each other. This is a true team. They are happy for one another. We know what our goals are this season, and we are well on our way. That is because of their belief in one another. These girls all know how to execute and that makes it hard for teams to defend. They play with a lot of confidence."

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