Gorham Fayette extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 13 on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-3 in the process. They came up short against the Montpelier Locomotives, falling 26-2. The Eagles were not able to make up for their loss to the Locomotives from their previous meeting back in April of 2024.
As for Montpelier, their record now sits at 7-1. Considering they have won four matchups by more than five runs this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
For Montpelier's part, Jaxon Stahler was a major factor no matter where he played. He struck out seven batters over 3.1 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit. Stahler has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of his five plate appearances with three runs and three RBI.
In other batting news, Hayden Sharps was incredible, getting on base in three of his five plate appearances with five stolen bases and four runs. Those five stolen bases gave him a new career-high. Jacob Lyons was another key player, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with three runs, two RBI, and one double.
We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Gorham Fayette will square off against rival North Central at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Montpelier is set to challenge their familiar foe Hilltop at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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