The Woonsocket Villa Novans will hit the road to start this year's campaign against the Johnston Panthers. First pitch is scheduled at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
Johnston had to kick off their season on the road on Tuesday, but they showed no ill effects. They blew past Mt. Hope 11-0.
Johnston's win ended a three-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-0. As for Woonsocket, they've got a clean slate. Last season, they finished on the right side of .500 (11-9), and they're hoping to kick off an even more successful campaign this year.
Woonsocket skirted past Johnston 2-1 when the teams last played back in May of 2023. The rematch might be a little tougher for Woonsocket 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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