Newfound Regional extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 5-10. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost an 8-6 heartbreaker at the hands of Winnisquam. The home team had taken home the W every time these teams have met since May 1, 2023, but that streak is no more.
As for Winnisquam, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-10. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win they have posted since April 20th.
For Winnisquam's part, Carter Lloyd made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He struck out eight batters over 6.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and five unearned) runs off ten hits. Lloyd has been consistent: he hasn't given up more than two walks in seven consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. Winnisquam is undefeated when Lloyd posts two or more runs, but 3-10 otherwise.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Brady Colby, who went 1-for-4 with three stolen bases, three RBI, and one triple. Those three stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Kobe Lloyd was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
Coming up, Newfound Regional will look to defend their home field on Friday against Stevens at 4:00 p.m. Winnisquam does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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