Merkel headed to East Stroudsburg for softball
Palmerton’s Lexi Merkel (center) signs a letter of intent to continue her academic and softball career at East Stroudsburg University. Seated next to her for the signing were her mother, Sherry, and her father Jason. Also taking part in the signing ceremony were, standing, from left, Palmerton High School Principal Paula Husar, sports performance coach Brandon Byrd, pitching coach Jenn Schellhammer, Palmerton softball coach Bob Hock and Palmerton Director of Athletics and Activities Kyle Porembo. Merkel was a First Team Colonial League All-Star this past season, and helped the Bombers capture their first-ever league title. For a video, visit www.tnonline.com. PATRICK MATSINKO/TIMES NEWS
Palmerton’s Lexi Merkel (center) signs a letter of intent to continue her academic and softball career at East Stroudsburg University. Also present for the signing were, front row from left, mother Sherry, and father Jason; back row, Palmerton High School Principal Paula Husar, sports performance coach Brandon Byrd, pitching coach Jenn Schellhammer, Palmerton softball coach Bob Hock and Palmerton Director of Athletics and Activities Kyle Porembo. Merkel was a First Team Colonial League All-Star this past season, and helped the Bombers capture their first-ever league title. For a video, visit www.tnonline.com.
