Roundup: Fenwick’s Begin throws no-hitter, strikes out 19

After flirting with a no-hitter a week or so ago and having to settle for a one-hitter, Bishop Fenwick pitcher Alyssa Begin apparently had no intention of having another “close but no cigar” outing the next time opportunity knocked on the door.The senior not only took a no-hitter into the seventh inning in Tuesday’s 6-0 win over East Boston, but she was also riding a perfect game until an East Boston hitter reached on an error on a bunt. Although perfection proved elusive, Begin came pretty darn close, pulling out the no-hitter in a dominating 19-strikeout performance.”She was in total control,” Fenwick coach Paul Lyman said. “Despite what her record (4-7) says, she’s been pitching great for us.”Begin was her own best friend, going 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored. Sophomore Kim Shinnick of Lynn had a hit and an RBI, as did sophomore third baseman Katherine Melanson.The Crusaders are 7-8 with Austin Prep on tap for today, weather permitting. Fenwick needs to win three of its next five games to qualify for the tournament.Winthrop 5, Marblehead 4At Marblehead, the Magicians were threatening to tie the game in the sixth inning, with a runner on second and one out, but Alex Ferri battled out of it. Ferri went the distance for the Vikings (12-5), striking out five and allowing five hits. Abby Belcher knocked in a run and scored twice. Taylor Brown went 2-for-4 with a pair of RBI.Mystic Valley 17, Tech 2At Lynn, Stacya Contreras turned in a fine performance for the Tigers (1-13), playing well defensively and driving in one of the runs on a double. Tori Park had an RBI single. Alissa Fournier had a strong performance at shortstop.In other softball action, Lynnfield fell to Triton 6-2, despite Melody Mancinelli only allowing five hits over seven innings.BASEBALLSt. John’s 5, MC 1At Malden Catholic, St. John’s jumped out to a 2-0 lead. The Eagles added three runs in the fifth inning, which was more than enough for pitcher Nick Fabrizio, who put the MC bats to sleep (7 innings, 4 hits, 1 earned run, 8 strikeouts, 1 walk). Providing the offense for St. John’s (9-7) was Kevin Barry (2 hits, 4 RBI) and Kevin Davis (3 hits, one run scored).English 16, Somerville 1At Fraser Field, English scored five runs in the first inning and added seven in the second. Leading the attack was Brian Maynard (2-2, 5 RBI, 3-run HR). Dani Vincente was more than just a sidekick (3 hits, 2 runs scored, 3 RBI, 2 doubles). The combination of freshman Ben Bowden and senior Pat Cullen kept the Somerville bats quiet throughout (5 innings, 1 run, 2 hits, 2 walks, 7 strikeouts). English is 13-4.BOYS LACROSSESaugus 6, Malden 4At Saugus, Dylan Hardigan scored a goal and two assists for the Sachems (3-12). Freshman Nick Filaritos scored his first career goal. Dan Sheehan and Steve Groark both had a goal and an assist. Nick Taylor added a goal. Mike Venizia turned away nine shots. Brandon Bitto led a very good team defensive effort.No. Andover 10, Marblehead 6At North Andover, the Magicians (11-4) had trouble capitalizing on opportunities. Jess Lipkind (goal, assist), Hunter Whitmore, Alex Whitmore and Ian Maag (1 goal each) and Pat Grady (goal, assist) supplied the offense.GIRLS LACROSSESwampscott 13, Man-Essex 13At Swampscott, Mallory McDonough exploded for six goals for the Big Blue (7-6-1). Elise Giangregorio had five goals with an assist. Taylor Eaton and Katie Zarinsky chipped in with single goals. Zlenna Warshafsky had a strong defensive performance in front of Kelly Gillis, who turned away 14 shots. Swampscott earned a spot in the tournament.Danvers 11, Marblehead 10At Marblehead, Maika Strogoff scored a hat trick for the Magicians (12-4). Kilie Fischer, Katie Corbett and Olivia Raisner added a pair of goals apiece. Haley Braun scored the final goal. Sarah Noyes turned away 15 shots. Stephanie Castoldi and Courtney Maag had strong defensive performances.