Searsport had lost seven straight on the road dating back to last season, but on Wednesday they dropped their record down to 0-3 to make it eight. They came up short against the Deer Isle-Stonington Mariners, falling 18-11. Even if the Vikings couldn't come away with the win, the high-scoring effort was a great turnaround for their hitters, which had struggled int the games prior.
Deer Isle-Stonington's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Deer Isle-Stonington's part, Leia Schultz was a major factor no matter where she played. On the mound, she pitched four innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off one hit. Schultz was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in four of her six plate appearances with four runs and one stolen base. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Naomi Duke, who got on base in all five of her plate appearances with four runs, two stolen bases, and four RBI. Another player making a difference was Emma Weed, who went 2-for-3 with four stolen bases, one run, and one RBI.
Coming up, Searsport will challenge Lee Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Deer Isle-Stonington, they are taking a road trip to face off against Greenville at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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