Searsport had lost 11 straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 1-11 to make it 12. They came up short against the Jonesport-Beals Royals, falling 15-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Royals this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 16-0 two weeks ago.
As for Jonesport-Beals, they have been performing well recently as they've won five of their last six games. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-2 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 10.7 runs over those games.
For Jonesport-Beals' part, Aspen Alley was a major factor no matter where she played. She pitched two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Alley has been nothing but reliable on the mound: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with two runs and one RBI.
In other batting news, Riley Balicki was incredible, going a perfect 2-for-2 with three RBI, two runs, and one double. That double was her first of the season. Macie Faulkingham was another key player, getting on base in two of her four plate appearances with two runs and two RBI.
Coming up, Searsport will head out on the road to challenge Bucksport at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. As for Jonesport-Beals, they will be playing at home against Narraguagus at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Knights' pitching crew has only allowed 1.4 runs per game this season, so the Royals' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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