Softball Preview: Bucksport Golden Bucks vs. Washington Academy Raiders
Bucksport is 8-0 against Washington Academy since April of 2015, and they'll have a chance to extend that success on Wednesday. The Bucksport Golden Bucks will head out on the road to take on the Washington Academy Raiders at 4:30 p.m. Bucksport is looking to tack on another W to their 14-game streak on the road dating back to last season.
In what's become a running theme this season, Bucksport gave their fans yet another huge victory on Monday. They put the hurt on Dexter with a sharp 15-0 win.
Meanwhile, Washington Academy faced Orono in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Monday. Washington Academy skirted past Orono 3-1.
Bella Cirone spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned run on two hits and racked up 12 Ks. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in 12 consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, the team relied heavily on Sadie Story, who went 1-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and a run.
Bucksport's victory bumped their record up to 12-1. As for Washington Academy, their win bumped their record up to an identical 12-1.
Bucksport took their victory against Washington Academy when the teams last played back in May of 2023 by a conclusive 10-0. The rematch might be a little tougher for Bucksport since the squad won't have the home-field advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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