Softball Game Preview: Mount Anthony Patriots vs. Pittsfield Generals

Mount Anthony is on a ten-game streak of home wins (dating back to last season), while Pittsfield is on a three-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The Patriots will host the Generals at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Mount Anthony's pitching crew has only allowed 1.2 runs per game this season, so Pittsfield's hitters will have their work cut out for them.

Mount Anthony's pitching crew heads into the game hoping to repeat the dominance they displayed on Wednesday. They blew past Hartford 9-0. The win continues a trend for the Patriots in their matchups with the Hurricanes: they've now won five in a row.

Meanwhile, Pittsfield hadn't done well against Westfield recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Wednesday. The Generals narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Bombers 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Generals have posted since June 7, 2024.

Ava McMahon spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on nine hits. She has been consistent recently: she hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances.

At the plate, Ella Bassi was a standout: she went a perfect 3-for-3 with two stolen bases, two RBI, and one run. That's the most stolen bases she has posted since back in March of 2024. Another player making a difference was Paxton Ebling, who went 1-for-4 with one home run and two RBI.

They weren't the only ones making solid contact: Pittsfield kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. They are a perfect 6-0 when they post 11 or more hits.

Pittsfield's victory bumped their record up to 6-7. As for Mount Anthony, their win bumped their record up to 4-0.

Mount Anthony came up short against Pittsfield in their previous meeting back in April of 2024, falling 9-5. Will the Patriots 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.