It was a good run, but Northeastern Clinton unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Thursday. They lost 12-1 to the Saranac Spartans. Having soared to a lofty 16 runs in the game before, Northeastern Clinton couldn't push the score so high this time.
For Saranac's part, Abby Owen spent all seven innings on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered one run (which was unearned) on three hits and racked up eight Ks. Owen has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't pitched less than five innings in four consecutive pitching appearances.
At the plate, Irelyn Ryan and Maddie Gagnier did most of the damage at the plate: Ryan scored three runs while going 2-for-3, while Gagnier scored a run while going 3-for-4. Another player making a difference was Abby Liberty, who scored two runs while going 3-for-5.
Having lost for the first time this season, Northeastern Clinton fell to 3-1. As for Saranac, their victory was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 6-0.
Northeastern Clinton will take on Missisquoi Valley at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Saranac, they will head out on the road to take on Saranac Lake at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Saranac is facing Saranac Lake at the right time seeing as Saranac Lake is stuck on a five-game losing streak.
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