Thayer Academy had lost four straight at home, but on Friday they dropped their record down to 4-6 to make it five. They came up short against the Noble & Greenough Bulldogs, falling 11-1. If the Tigers were looking for revenge after losing 3-0 to the Bulldogs when the teams met back in April of 2024, then they'll just have to keep looking.
As for Noble & Greenough, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 8-2. Their hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
For Noble & Greenough's part, Luke Leger made a big impact no matter where he played. He didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only two hits while striking out ten over six innings pitched. Leger has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than two walks in five consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, getting on base in three of his four plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and two RBI. That stolen base marked the first that he has snagged this season.
In other batting news, Sean Watts was incredible, getting on base in all four of his plate appearances with four runs, one stolen base, and one double. Another player making a difference was Mac Bianchi, who went 1-for-4 with two stolen bases, two runs, and two RBI.
We've got plenty of inter-league action coming up soon. Thayer Academy is set to square off against their familiar foe Rivers at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Noble & Greenough will face off against rival Belmont Hill at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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