If Jonesport-Beals was feeling good off their 14-4 takedown of Searsport last Thursday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Jonesport-Beals Royals lost 7-1 to the Woodland Dragons on Friday. Jonesport-Beals has struggled against Woodland recently, as their contest on Friday was their seventh consecutive lost matchup.
For Woodland's part, Brooke Smith was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out 18 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits (and not a single walk). Smith has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't tossed less than six strikeouts every time she's pitched this season. Smith was also stellar in the batter's box, going 2-for-4 with a triple, a stolen base, and two RBI.
In other batting news, Maygin Leighton was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing four bases while going 2-for-2.
Jonesport-Beals' loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Woodland, the victory was the eighth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 8-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Jonesport-Beals' homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Shead at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Woodland will take on Bangor Christian at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Bangor Christian is coming into the game with three straight defeats on the road, meaning Woodland will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win.
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