Baldwin had to endure a seven-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They blew past the Island Trees Bulldogs 10-4. This was payback for Baldwin, who suffered a 15-2 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Kate Heuser made a splash no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, pitching 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 solid in the batter's box, 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. Another player making a difference was Jadyn Culbreath, who scored two runs while going 1-for-3.
On Island Trees' side, Brooke Waiting made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 3-for-4 with two RBI and a double. The team also got some help courtesy of 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.
Baldwin made their fans wait, but they earned their first win of the season to make their record 1-6. As for Island Trees, they dropped their record down to 1-10 with that loss, which was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season.
Baldwin does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Island Trees, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Carle Place at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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