New Town had lost four straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped their record down to 0-4 to make it five. They came up short against the Glenburn Panther, falling 21-0. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Eagles of the 12-1 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in April of 2024.
As for Glenburn, with the victory, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 2-4. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Glenburn's part, Callie Martin was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she didn't allow a single earned run while striking out nine over five innings pitched. Martin has been consistent recently: she hasn't tossed less than eight strikeouts in three consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-3 with two RBI and one double. That double marked the first that she has hit this season.
In other batting news, Emma Jones was incredible, going 4-for-5 with one home run, six RBI, and four runs. She has been hot recently, having also posted at least one stolen base the last four times she's played. Another player making a difference was Aubrie Quick, who went 4-for-5 with four runs, two stolen bases, and two doubles.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. New Town is set to square off against their familiar foe Rugby at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Glenburn will take on rival Ray at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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