There's no place like home for Houlton, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Wednesday. They had just enough and edged the Calais Blue Devils out 5-4. That's more bragging rights for Houlton, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Thadon Gentle made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He didn't allow a single earned run while striking out seven over five innings pitched. Gentle was also big at the plate, scoring two runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-4.
In other batting news, Bronson Hanning was excellent, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 1-for-2.
Houlton's win bumped their record up to 2-4. As for Calais, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-5.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Houlton will face off against Presque Isle at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Calais, they will head out on the road to take on Jonesport-Beals at 2:00 p.m. on Monday. Calais is facing Jonesport-Beals at the right time seeing as Jonesport-Beals is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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