Pierson/Bridgehampton had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Monday they dropped their record down to 0-5 to make it eight. They came up short against the Center Moriches Red Devils, falling 18-6. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Red Devils this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 17-2 on April 1st.
Maddy Quinn and Sonria Zappola did some serious damage despite the final result: Quinn went 2-for-3 with one triple and two RBI, while Zappola went 1-for-2 with one stolen base, one run, and one RBI. Fiona Martin was another key player, going 1-for-2 with one run and one RBI.
As for Center Moriches, their win ended a six-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 5-5. They might be getting used to big wins seeing as the team has won four games by 12 runs or more this season.
On Center Moriches' side, Karly Coonan made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she tossed 1.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Coonan was even better at the plate, going 3-for-4 with three stolen bases, four RBI, and two runs.
In other batting news, Lilah Eten was a standout: she got on base in four of her five plate appearances with two stolen bases, three runs, and two doubles. Another player making a difference was Ella Cerillo, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with three stolen bases, four runs, and two RBI.
Coincidentally, Pierson/Bridgehampton and Center Moriches will both be playing Bayport-Blue Point the next time they take the field. The Whalers will head out to face the Phantoms at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, while the Red Devils will head out to face them at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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