Thornton Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They lost 13-4 to the South Portland Red Riots. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Thornton Academy of the 14-2 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For South Portland's part, Annalise Soucy was incredible, firing off three triples, three runs, and two RBI while going 3-for-4. Ella Nickerson was another key contributor, going 2-for-5 with a home run, four RBI, and a stolen base.
Thornton Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 1-4. As for South Portland, the win for them keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Thornton Academy will head out on the road to square off against Marshwood at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. As for South Portland, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Gorham at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Both teams will come into the match having just posted big wins, so someone is set to suffer a big change in fortunes.
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