Island Trees was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They lost 10-4 to the Baldwin Bruins. Island Trees was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Baldwin apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in April.
Brooke Waiting was cooking despite her team's loss, going 3-for-4 with two RBI and a double. Another player making a difference was Nicole Mazzallo, who went 3-for-4 with an RBI.
Even though they lost, Island Trees was hitting in the alleys and finished the game with three doubles. That's the most doubles they've managed all season.
On Baldwin's side, Kate Heuser was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she tossed seven innings while giving up four earned runs off ten hits. Heuser has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than six innings every time she's pitched this season. Heuser was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-3.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Kennedy Thompson, who scored a run and stole a base while going 3-for-4. Dominique Mcmillan was another key contributor, scoring a run and stealing a base while going 2-for-2.
Island Trees' loss dropped their record down to 1-10. As for Baldwin, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-6.
Island Trees will be playing at home against Carle Place at 5:00 p.m. on Friday. Baldwin does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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