The Groton-Dunstable Crusaders will challenge the Greater Lawrence Tech Reggies at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Groton-Dunstable has given up an average of 9.6 runs per game this season, but Monday's game will give them a chance to turn things around.
Ayer Shirley hit Groton-Dunstable with a four-run second inning on Sunday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Crusaders came up short against the Panthers, falling 12-5.
Emilie Greenwood was huge no matter where she played even without the win. She tossed six innings while giving up three earned (and four unearned) runs off eight hits. What's more, she gave up only one walk, the fewest she's had since back in April of 2025. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI.
In other batting news, Kierra Scully was cooking despite her team's loss, going 2-for-4 with one home run. That home run marked the first that she has launched this season. Emily Kolak was another key player, going 2-for-4 with one stolen base and two RBI.
Meanwhile, Greater Lawrence Tech entered their tilt with North Middlesex Regional on Saturday with two consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with three. They put the hurt on the Patriots with a sharp 12-1 win. Considering the Reggies have won eight matchups by more than five runs this season, Saturday's blowout was nothing new.
Groton-Dunstable has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-9 record this season. As for Greater Lawrence Tech, their victory bumped their record up to 9-6.
Groton-Dunstable suffered a grim 14-2 defeat to Greater Lawrence Tech in their previous meeting back in April. Will the Crusaders have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other softball content.
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