Franklin had lost five straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 1-8 to make it six. They lost 16-2 to the Portsmouth Christian Academy Eagles. If the Gldn Tornadoes were looking for revenge after losing 9-0 to the Eagles when the teams met back in May of 2025, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Portsmouth Christian Academy, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 6-3 record this season. That looming 16-2 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for them yet this season.
For Portsmouth Christian Academy's part, Grady Howe made a splash while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out nine batters over four innings while giving up just one earned run off three hits (and only one walk). Howe has been consistent recently: he hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts in four consecutive appearances. He was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with three stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most RBI he has posted since back in May of 2025.
In other batting news, Andrew Earwood was a standout: he went 2-for-3 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI. He has become a key player for Portsmouth Christian Academy: the team is undefeated when he posts at least two stolen bases, but 2-3 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Zech Beal, who went 2-for-3 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Franklin will take on rival Sunapee at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. Meanwhile, Portsmouth Christian Academy is set to challenge their familiar foe Farmington at 4:00 p.m. on Friday.
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