Softball Recap: Ponaganset Takes a Loss

Ponaganset dropped their record down to 5-10 on Wednesday, which also ended the team's three-game streak of wins at home. They came up short against the Smithfield Sentinels, falling 14-6. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Sentinels this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-4 back in April.

Maia Salvo was cooking despite her team's loss, going a perfect 3-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. Another player making a difference was Jillian Baris, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with three runs and one double.

As for Smithfield, their victory bumped their record up to 9-5. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won eight contests by six runs or more this season.

On Smithfield's side, Maddie Bose spent all eight innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered six earned runs on 12 hits and racked up ten Ks. Bose has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than one walk in four consecutive appearances.

At the plate, the team relied heavily on Lily Riggin, who went 4-for-6 with one home run, five RBI, and two runs. The dominant performance also gave her a new career-high in doubles (two). Joy Matteson was another key player, going 2-for-4 with three RBI, two runs, and one double.

We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Ponaganset is set to take on their familiar foe Chariho at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Smithfield will square off against rival Cranston West at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Sentinels 3.5, the Falcons 3.6) so any runs scored will be well earned.