The Mountain Valley Falcons will challenge the St. Dominic Saints at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Each of these teams will be battling to keep a three-game winning streak alive.
While Mountain Valley didn't have the best season last year (they finished 2-12), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They walked away with a 6-1 victory over Mount Abram on Friday.
Addison Libby spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered a run (which was unearned) on one hit. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up a single earned run any time she's pitched this season.
Layce Boucher
| 05/02/25 vs Mount Abram | 5 |
| 04/30/25 vs Oak Hill | 1 |
| 04/28/25 @ Madison | 1 |
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Layce Boucher, who went a perfect 3-for-3 with five stolen bases, one run, and one double. Boucher is crushing it when it comes to stolen bases: she's snagged at least one every time she's taken the field this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Maddy Brown, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Meanwhile, St. Dominic got themselves on the board against Old Orchard Beach on Friday, but Old Orchard Beach never followed suit. They were the clear victors by a 10-0 margin over the Seagulls.
The result came thanks to Madeline Andrews's shutout, as she gave up just two hits and racked up six Ks.
At the plate, Sophia Franciose was a standout: she went 2-for-3 with four RBI, two runs, and one double. That double marked the first that she has hit this season. Another player making a difference was Emily Andrews, who went 3-for-4 with two stolen bases and two runs.
St. Dominic hit smart and finished the game with only two strikeouts. The team has now struck out at least three batters in three consecutive matches.
St. Dominic's win bumped their record up to 3-1. As for Mountain Valley, their victory bumped their record up to 4-1.
The pitchers for both teams better look sharp on Monday as neither team is afraid to steal. Mountain Valley has been swiping bases left and right this season, having averaged 5.6 stolen bases per game. However, it's not like St. Dominic struggles in that department as they've been averaging 5.8 stolen bases. The only question left is which team can snag more.
Mountain Valley couldn't quite get it done against St. Dominic in their previous matchup back in April of 2024 as they fell 12-9. Will the Falcons have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other softball content.
