Merrimack Valley 2, Coe Brown 0
Key players: MV – Luke Dougherty (win, 7 IP, 1 H, 9 K), Dylan Garvin (1-for-3), Jackson Mercer (1-for-3, run), Gavin Wheeler (2 walks, run), Ben Rose (shortstop, 5 assists).
Highlights: Wheeler scored the game’s first run in the opening frame and MV tacked on a run in the fourth when Jackson Mercer crossed the plate. Dougherty was in complete control all afternoon, striking out a career-high nine batters. Dougherty allowed just an infield single in the fourth.
Coach’s quote: “Luke set the tone for the entire game. Best game he has pitched for the Valley. Defense led by Ben Rose, did his job in the field.” – MV’s Sean Wheeler
Records: MV 4-3; Coe-Brown 5-6