Woonsocket extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to six on Tuesday, dropping their season record down to 0-5 in the process. They came up short against the Johnston Panthers, falling 17-0. If the Villa Novans were looking for revenge after losing 7-1 to the Panthers when the teams met back in May of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Johnston, they have started the season off flawlessly and has a 2-0 record to show for it. Those wins came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they've averaged 13.0 runs this season.
For Johnston's part, Haley Boudreau was a major factor no matter where she played. She looked comfortable on the mound, striking out six batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Boudreau was also stellar in the batter's box, getting on base in all four of her plate appearances with three runs, three RBI, and one stolen base. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in May of 2024.
In other batting news, Bella Boudreau was a standout: she got on base in all four of her plate appearances with four RBI, two runs, and one double. Those four RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Kalyn Foster, who went 1-for-2 with five RBI and one double.
Coming up, Woonsocket will be playing in front of their home fans against Mt. Hope at 4:00 p.m. on the 23rd. The Villa Novans are facing the Huskies at the right time seeing as the Huskies are stuck on a four-game losing streak. As for Johnston, they wasted no time getting back out on the field and have already played their next match, a 16-0 victory against North Providence on the 17th.
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