Despite trailing by two runs Saturday, Lynn Classical’s baseball team (9-2) stayed hot, taking down the Saugus Sachems, 11-4, at World Series Park.
The Rams were led by the pitching duo of Rolky Brea (4 IP, 4 H, 4 R, 8 K, W) and Mark Walsh (3 IP, H, 4 K). Leading the offense were Ronal Brea (2-for-4, 3 R, BB), Emerson Lara (2-for-4, 2 RBI, 2 R), and Christian Figueroa (2-for-5, RBI, 2 R).
“All year, we’ve continued to battle and come from behind – the boys never give up,” said Classical Coach Jason Rogato. “Today was a team effort with everyone contributing. Mark Walsh has been great for us in relief. We always feel confident when he enters the game.”
Cam Bernard got the start for Saugus, throwing 4 2/3 innings with three strikeouts and two earned runs allowed. Danny Zeitz recorded a three-run homer, followed offensively by Nathan Soroko (2 H), Brayden Crawford (H), and Cam Soroko (H, BB).
Classical visits Everett Monday at 4 p.m., while Saugus hosts Gloucester Wednesday at 4:30 p.m.
BASEBALL
Lynnfield 12
Newburyport 0
Luke DiSilvio was the do-it-all Pioneer Saturday. He tossed a complete-game shutout that came with just two hits and no walks alongside 11 strikeouts. DiSilvio helped his own cause with two hits and an RBI.
“It was a nice win,” said Lynnfield Coach John O’Brien. “He pitched fabulously and only threw 82 pitches.”
The offensive load was led by Charlie Morgan (2 H, 3 R, 3 SB), who “played a great game at center field,” according to O’Brien, and Nick Groussis (2 RBI).
St. Mary’s 6
Bishop Fenwick 4
Facing a 4-1 hole, the Spartans (12-2) stormed back as Shea Newhall delivered two scoreless innings of relief. Josh Doney picked up the save, while offensive damage was done by Jaiden Driscoll (3-for-4, 2 R), Cam McGonagle (2-for-3, 2B, RBI), Doney (1-for-2, 3B, 3 RBI), and Jared Paone (1-for-2, 2B, 2 RBI).
SOFTBALL
Lynnfield 6
Triton 4
Lynnfield bounced back with a two-run home win to split the season series against Triton. Gia Gagnon (6 K) led the way in the circle, also recording a home run and single. Morgan Hubbard smashed a two-run homer, while Maggie Pavao impressed defensively.
Marblehead 5
Saugus 1
In the first annual Todd Norman Memorial Game, Marblehead pitcher Tessa Francis allowed just five hits to go with a dozen strikeouts as the Magicians qualified for the Division 2 state tournament. Ashley Mortensen, Kate Andriano, and Hailey Schmitt collected two hits apiece, while Luka Bornhorst roped a triple and Lyla McGovern a single that helped put three runs on the board.
Taylor Deleidi pitched well for Saugus and collected a hit offensively. Lily Ventre of the Sachems continued her stellar season with a 3-for-3 performance.
“It was an extremely good game played by both teams,” said Saugus Coach Steve Almquist. “Even though we were on the wrong end of the stick, there were no losers today.”
St. Mary’s 2
Bishop Fenwick 1
St. Mary’s Aliza Crean-Oviedo (CG, 5 H, 0 BB, 10 K) was dominant in the circle as the Spartans took down a traditional archrival at home. Olivia DiSessa led the offense with two hits, while Ryleigh Williams and Abbey Sousa compiled RBI.
BOYS LACROSSE
St. John’s Prep 14
La Salle Academy 13
Well, 10 first-half goals usually do the trick.
The Prep (12-1) enjoyed an out-of-state road win Saturday, taking down La Salle Academy (R.I.) by a goal. Will Crawford was the difference-maker and won 23 of 25 face-offs, while Jack Quigley (2 goals) netted the game-winner with 30 seconds remaining. Josh Haarmann, Will Crawford, Beckett Lee, Cam McCarthy, and Luke Kelly all scored twice.
GIRLS LACROSSE
Peabody 12
Swampscott 4
In a Northeastern Conference battle, the host Tanners trumped Swampscott. Brooke Lomasney (5 goals, Madi Barrett (4), and Ally Bettencourt (3) led Peabody’s offense, while the Big Blue received strong showings from Cecelia Tripp (2 goals), Victoria Pierro (goal), Quinn Kelleher (goal), and Lea Beatrice (assist).
Bishop Fenwick 11
Marblehead 4
Despite a seven-goal defeat, Marblehead (7-5) trailed by just a goal at halftime. Leading the Magicians were Kathryn Commoss (2 goals), Gretchen Smith (goal, assist), Caitlyn Ryan (goal), Zoe Dwyer (assist), and Molly Bullard (7 saves).
