The Sanford Spartans will take on the Gorham Rams at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Both come into the matchup bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Sanford took a 15-run loss the last time they faced off against Deering, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Spartans narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Rams 6-5.
Faith Martel
| 05/26/26 @ Deering | 3 |
| 05/22/26 vs Cheverus | 2 |
| 05/21/26 @ Westbrook | 1 |
| 05/20/26 @ Bonny Eagle | 0 |
| 05/18/26 vs Biddeford | 1 |
| + 4 more games |
Faith Martel was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed seven innings while giving up three earned (and two unearned) runs off seven hits. What's more, she posted three strikeouts, the most she's had since May 1st. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-3 with two RBI and one double.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Reese Beaudoin, who went 2-for-3 with one home run, two runs, and one stolen base. She also brought in an RBI, marking her first of the season. Bree Tyler was another key player, going 3-for-4 with one run and one RBI.
Sanford was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .419. That's the best batting average they've posted all season.
Meanwhile, Gorham waltzed into their game on Thursday with six straight wins... but they left with seven. They never let the Knights get on the board and left with an 18-0 win. Considering the Rams have won eight contests by more than five runs this season, Thursday's blowout was nothing new.
Gorham's victory bumped their record up to 12-2. As for Sanford, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-13.
Sanford suffered a grim 18-0 defeat to Gorham in their previous meeting back in April. Will the Spartans have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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