Dirigo hit Spruce Mountain with a four-run seventh inning on Friday, which goes a long way in explaining the final result. The Phoenix took a 9-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Cougars. The Phoenix were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in May of 2024.
Connor Foss was cooking despite his team's loss, going 3-for-4 with three RBI, one stolen base, and one run. He also hit a double, marking his first of the season.
Spruce Mountain dropped their record down to 1-5 with the loss, which was their third straight at home. As for Dirigo, their win ended a nine-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 4-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Spruce Mountain will venture away from home to challenge Madison at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Dirigo, they will challenge Gray-New Gloucester at 5:00 p.m. on Monday. The Patriots will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Cougars surely won't give up without a fight.
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