Snake River had lost five straight at home dating back to last season, but on Thursday they dropped down to 1-7 to make it six. They came up short against the Sugar-Salem Diggers, falling 18-1. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Panthers of the 13-1 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2025.
As for Sugar-Salem, they are on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five games. That's provided a massive bump to their 4-3 record this season. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Sugar-Salem's part, Kambry Bartholick was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching three innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. Bartholick was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Sugar-Salem let Seneca Bitters and Marlee Bartholick run wild. Bitters went 3-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and two RBI, while Bartholick went a perfect 3-for-3 with three runs, one triple, and one stolen base. Those doubles were Bitters' first of the season. Kinsley Shawcroft was another key player, going 1-for-2 with two stolen bases, two runs, and one RBI.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming matchups. Snake River is headed away from home for the first time to take on American Falls at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Beavers have averaged an impressive 8.9 runs per game this season. As for Sugar-Salem, they are taking a road trip to square off against Marsh Valley at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
