North Newton extended their winning streak to three on Monday, bumping their season record up to 3-1 in the process. They blew past the Rensselaer Central Bombers 9-1. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Spartans have posted against the Bombers since April 6, 2015.
Sydney Rainford
| 04/21/25 vs Rensselaer Central | 17 |
| 04/15/25 @ Boone Grove | 15 |
| 04/11/25 vs DeMotte Christian | 5 |
| 04/10/25 vs Wheeler | 11 |
| 05/30/24 vs Hebron | 12 |
| + 8 more games |
Sydney Rainford was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 17 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned run off two hits. That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in May of 2024. She was also stellar in the batter's box, going 3-for-4 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
In other batting news, Caylee Oxley and June Busboom did most of the damage at the plate: Oxley went 3-for-4 with three runs, two doubles, and one triple, while Busboom went 2-for-4 with two runs, two doubles, and one stolen base. That's the most doubles Busboom has posted since back in May of 2024. Riley Higgins was another key player, going 3-for-4 with two RBI and one run.
North Newton was getting hits left and right and finished the game having posted a batting average of .455. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as Rensselaer Central only posted a batting average of .087.
As for Rensselaer Central, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season. The contest marked their lowest-scoring game so far this season.
On Rensselaer Central's side, Brynn Hannon made the most of her time at bat despite the final result and went 1-for-3 with one home run. That home run was Hannon's first of the season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. North Newton will host South Central at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Spartans 2.2, the Satellites 3.3) so any runs scored will be well earned. As for Rensselaer Central, they will welcome Lafayette Central Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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