Spaulding extended their losing streak to four on Friday, dropping their season record down to 1-4-1 in the process. They lost 7-0 to the Londonderry Lancers. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Red Raiders have suffered against the Lancers since April 11, 2018.
As for Londonderry, their win was their 13th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 7-0-1. The home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.8 runs over those games.
For Londonderry's part, Elizabeth Kearney made a big impact while hitting and pitching. On the mound, she kept things locked down with no earned runs or hits while striking out 14 over six innings pitched. Kearney has been nothing but reliable: she hasn't given up more than two hits any time she's pitched this season. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 1-for-2 with one home run. That home run was her first of the season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Shannon Crowley, who went 1-for-2 with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. Riley Campo was another key player, going 2-for-3 with one triple and one RBI.
Coming up, Spaulding will take on Manchester Central at 10:00 a.m. on Monday. As for Londonderry, they will venture away from home to face off against Winnacunnet at 4:00 p.m. on Monday.
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