Winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Medomak Valley). They were the clear victors by a 17-0 margin over the Morse Shipbuilders on Monday. The victory continues a trend for the Panthers in their matchups with the Shipbuilders: they've now won four in a row.
Sidney Nichols
| 05/26/25 vs Morse | 8 |
| 06/08/24 vs Freeport | 4 |
| 05/22/24 @ Leavitt | 2 |
| 05/20/24 vs Camden Hills | 0 |
| 05/03/24 @ Brunswick | 10 |
Sidney Nichols made a splash while hitting and pitching. She struck out eight batters over three innings while giving up no earned runs or hits (and not a single walk). That's the most strikeouts she has posted since back in May of 2024. She was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Peyton Eaton, who went a perfect 2-for-2 with two stolen bases, three runs, and three RBI. That's the most hits she has posted since back in May of 2024. Another player making a difference was Grace Townsend, who got on base in all three of her plate appearances with three runs, one stolen base, and one RBI.
Medomak Valley's win was their seventh straight at home, which pushed their record up to 10-2. The home victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 9.4 runs over those games. As for Morse, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-11.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Medomak Valley will head out to challenge Camden Hills at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Windjammers will roll in looking for their tenth straight win, something the Panthers surely won't give up without a fight. As for Morse, they will take on Gardiner at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Shipbuilders are facing the Tigers at the right time seeing as the Tigers are stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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