Camden Hills had already won three in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 4.7 runs), and they went ahead and made it four on Wednesday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 3-2 win over the Belfast Lions. That's more bragging rights for Camden Hills, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Maya Stone made a splash no matter where she played. She pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Stone was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two stolen bases.
In other batting news, Brenna Mackey was excellent, scoring a run and stealing two bases while going 1-for-3. Thea Laukka was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 1-for-4.
On Belfast's side, Jordyn MacKay spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned runs on eight hits and racked up six Ks. MacKay has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances.
On the hitting side, Belfast saw three different players step up and record at least one hit. One of them was Danica Gray, who scored a run while going 1-for-3.
Camden Hills' victory bumped their record up to 5-1. As for Belfast, their defeat ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 6-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Camden Hills will take on Oceanside at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. Camden Hills will be looking to keep their four-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. Belfast will take on Waterville at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Belfast's pitching crew has only allowed 2.1 runs per game this season, so Waterville's hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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