Ellsworth had already won two in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 5.5 runs) and they went ahead and made it three on Thursday. They were the clear victors by an 11-5 margin over the John Bapst Memorial Crusaders. The Eagles might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four contests by six runs or more this season.
Camryn Clough made a big impact while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out eight batters over seven innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off six hits. She has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in six consecutive appearances. She was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in three of her four plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one double.
Lily Alley
| 05/21/26 @ John Bapst Memorial | 3 |
| 04/14/26 vs Nokomis | 2 |
| 05/14/26 @ Hermon | 1 |
| 05/06/26 @ Bucksport | 1 |
| 05/05/26 vs Old Town | 1 |
In other batting news, Lily Alley was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two runs, one triple, and one stolen base. Those three hits gave her a new career-high. Becca Trundy was another key player, going 1-for-4 with four RBI, one stolen base, and one double.
Ellsworth kept the outfield on their toes and finished the game with 11 hits. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now got at least nine hits in three consecutive games.
Ellsworth's record is now 8-4. As for John Bapst Memorial, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost six of their last eight matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-6 record this season.
Ellsworth will host Hermon on Tuesday. As for John Bapst Memorial, they will venture away from home to square off against Old Town at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Indians' pitching crew has only allowed 3.1 runs per game this season, so the Crusaders' hitters will have their work cut out for them.
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