Nantucket had lost four straight at home, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 2-5 to make it five. They came up short against the Monomoy Sharks, falling 22-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Whalers have suffered since May 22, 2024.
As for Monomoy, the win keeps they at an undefeated 9-0. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 15.8 runs this season.
For Monomoy's part, Kinsey Lister made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out six batters over five innings while giving up just one earned (and four unearned) runs off six hits. Lister has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. She was even better at the plate, firing off two home runs and six RBI while going 2-for-4. Those home runs were her first of the season.
In other batting news, Monomoy got a massive performance out of Willa Leighton, who went a perfect 4-for-4 with six RBI, three runs, and two doubles. Those doubles marked the first that Leighton has hit this season. Bella Bellefeuille was another key player, going 2-for-5 with five RBI, two runs, and one triple.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Nantucket will challenge Barnstable at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Monomoy, they will face off against St. John Paul II at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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