Softball Game Recap: Kennebunk Comes Up Short

By Team Reports May 20, 2024, 2:59pm

Softball Recap: Kennebunk Rams vs. South Portland Red Riots

Kennebunk was the 5-2 winner over South Portland when they last played one another back in May of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Kennebunk Rams fell 7-2 to the South Portland Red Riots on Monday.

For South Portland's part, Baylie Littlefield spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered only one earned (and one unearned) run on six hits. Littlefield has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in three consecutive pitching appearances.

On the hitting side, Ella Nickerson was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 3-for-5.

Kennebunk has been struggling recently as they've lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-8 record this season. As for South Portland, their victory bumped their record up to 10-2.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Kennebunk will square off against Scarborough at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for South Portland, they will head out on the road to face off against Falmouth at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.

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