Moriah extended their losing streak to six on Sunday, dropping them down to 3-8. They fell 7-3 to the Northeastern Clinton Cougars. The Vikings were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in May of 2025.
As for Northeastern Clinton, the win snapped their losing streak at four games and leaves them with a 8-5 record. The game was the first time they have beaten Moriah on their field since May 22, 2021.
For Northeastern Clinton's part, Jacob Perkins was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he struck out six batters over 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. Perkins also tossed no earned runs, which is notable because Northeastern Clinton is undefeated when he allows at most one earned run, but 4-5 otherwise. Perkins was also big at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with two triples, two runs, and one stolen base. Those two triples gave him a new career-high.
Perkins wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Robert McIntyre, who went 1-for-4 with one run, one double, and one RBI. William Whalen also deserves some recognition as he scored his first run of the season.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Moriah will head out to square off against Beekmantown at 4:30 p.m. on the 18th. As for Northeastern Clinton, they will venture away from home to take on Plattsburgh at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. The Cougars' pitchers better be ready for this one: the Hornets have averaged an impressive 7.9 runs per game this season.
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