Somersworth extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 2-3. They took an 11-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Kearsarge Cougars. The Hill Toppers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in April of 2025.
As for Kearsarge, the victory snapped their losing streak at five games and leaves them with a 2-6 record. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Kearsarge's part, Ethan St. Clair made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out 11 batters over seven innings while giving up three earned (and three unearned) runs off seven hits. St. Clair has been nothing but reliable: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-5 with two RBI and one run. Those RBI marked the first that he has brought in this season.
In other batting news, Caleb Lopez was excellent, going 1-for-3 with two runs, two RBI, and one double. Those two RBI gave him a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Noah Byrne, who went 2-for-3 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
Coming up, Somersworth will welcome Prospect Mountain at 10:00 a.m. on May 2. As for Kearsarge, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Bishop Brady at 4:00 p.m. on May 4. The Cougars will need to watch out since the Giants have now posted at least ten runs in their last three matchups.
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