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Daily Local Report: West Chester East Files Protest Against Downingtown East
West Chester East alleges that Downingtown illegally used a pitcher in their 5-4 victory to clinch the Ches-Mont National League title.
The Daily Local reports that a decision is expected later today in the protest filed by the West Chester East Vikings against the Downingtown East baseball team.
In the seventh inning of Monday's tight game, Downingtown brought in pitcher Matt Ternowchek in relief. Ternowchek got the last three Vikings' batters out and helped the Cougars earn a 5-4 win and the Ches-Mont National League title.
According to West Chester East coach Dean Owens, Ternowchek shouldn't have been allowed to pitch.
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As stated in the National High School Baseball Federation rules, a pitcher is required to rest three full days before being allowed to pich again.
According to the Daily Local, Downingtown East coach Jim Freeman confirmed that Ternowchek pitched a full seven innings the Friday before Monday's game.
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The protest is currently under review by the Ches-Mont Athletic directors chaired by West Chester Henderson Athletic Director Ken McCormick.
The Daily Local also reports that the umpire told Owens that Ternowchek could pitch because "Sunday started a new calendar week."
A final ruling is expected today.
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