It may have taken eight innings to finish the job, but Rice Memorial ultimately got the result they hoped for on Tuesday. They narrowly escaped with a victory as the squad sidled past the Burlington Seahorses 7-6. While the Green Knights didn't have the best season last year (they finished 3-8), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past.
Landon Merchant was a major factor while hitting and pitching. On the mound, he tossed seven innings while giving up just two earned (and three unearned) runs off five hits. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than two walks in three consecutive appearances. He was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with two RBI.
In other batting news, Oliver Quong was incredible, going 3-for-4 with two stolen bases and three runs. Another player making a difference was Coleton Merchant, who went 2-for-5 with three RBI, one run, and one double.
Green Knights
| 05/06/25 vs Burlington | 7-6 |
| 04/29/25 vs Bellows Free Academy | 12-7 |
| 04/17/25 vs Saranac | 22-4 |
| 04/15/25 vs Burr & Burton | 17-1 |
Rice Memorial's win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 5-1.
Coming up, Rice Memorial will head out on the road to challenge Bellows Free Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Burlington, they will be playing in front of their home fans against St. Johnsbury Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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