New Hartford proved they can win big on Wednesday (they won by 13) and on Thursday they proved they can win the close ones too. They skirted past the Rome Free Academy Black Knights 6-5. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Spartans have posted since April 20, 2024.
Ruby Gehringer was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She pitched seven innings while giving up four earned (and one unearned) runs off five hits. Gehringer was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with one home run, two runs, and two RBI. That home run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Jenna Glenn, who went 3-for-4 with three RBI and one double. Another player making a difference was Norah Galiulo, who got on base in three of her four plate appearances with one stolen base and one run.
Spartans
| 05/01/25 vs Rome Free Academy | 6-5 |
| 04/30/25 @ Oneida | 13-0 |
| 04/28/25 @ Holland Patent | 21-0 |
The victory was the third in a row for New Hartford, bringing their record up to 4-3. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 13.3 runs over those games. As for Rome Free Academy, the defeat snapped their winning streak at five games and leaves them with a 6-3 record.
Coming up, New Hartford will look to defend their home field on Saturday against Saratoga Springs at 9:30 a.m. The Spartans' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Blue Streaks have averaged an impressive 6.5 runs per game this season. As for Rome Free Academy, they will venture away from home to take on Fayetteville-Manlius at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. The Black Knights' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Hornets have averaged an impressive 10.2 runs per game this season.
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