Norcom extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 16 on Monday, dropping them down to 0-6. They came up short against the Phoebus Phantoms, falling 33-2. The Greyhounds were not able to make up for their defeat to the Phantoms from their previous meeting back in May of 2025.
Phoebus' first win this season bumped their record up to 1-5. With that victory, they brought their scoring average up to 7.8 runs per game.
For Phoebus' part, Evan Trantham made a big impact no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over 3.2 innings while giving up no earned runs off one hit (and only one walk). Trantham has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one hit in three consecutive appearances. He was even better at the plate, going a perfect 4-for-4 with three stolen bases, five runs, and three RBI. Those RBI marked the first that he has brought in this season.
In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Zaine Norris, who went 4-for-5 with one home run, three stolen bases, and six RBI. Those RBI were his first of the season. The team also got some help courtesy of Josiah Moore, who got on base in five of his six plate appearances with five runs, four RBI, and one triple.
Looking ahead, Norcom will take on Lake Taylor at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Phoebus, they are taking a road trip to square off against Warwick at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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