Swampscott hasn't had much luck against Danvers recently, but that could start to change on Wednesday. The Big Blue will look to defend their home field against the Falcons at 4:30 p.m. Both come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
On Monday, Swampscott got the win against Salem by a conclusive 11-4. Considering the Big Blue have won three matchups by more than six runs this season, Monday's blowout was nothing new.
Meanwhile, Danvers hadn't done well against Peabody Veterans Memorial recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Falcons skirted past the Tanners 9-7. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Falcons have posted since April 2nd.
Skylar Coakley spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered three earned (and four unearned) runs on nine hits.
At the plate, Addi McCarty was incredible, firing off two home runs and five RBI while going 2-for-3. Kyla Moroney was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and one double.
They weren't the only ones working in the home run department: Danvers lost a few balls and finished the game with three home runs. That's the most home runs they've managed all season.
Swampscott now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Danvers, their win ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-4.
Swampscott might still be hurting after the 16-8 loss they got from Danvers in their previous matchup back in May of 2024. Can the Big Blue avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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