Baseball

Belmont 24, Berlin 0, 5 inn.

Key players: Belmont – Wyatt Divers (5 IP, 0 H, 0 BB, 4 K; 2-for-3, walk, SB, 3 runs), Jaxson Embree (2-for-4, triple, RBI, walk, 4 runs, 2 SB), Michael Collette (3-for-4, double, 4 RBI, runs), Brady Thurber (2-for-4, double, 3 RBI, 2 runs), Brayden Townsend (3-for-4, double, SB, 3 RBI, 3 runs)

Highlights: Divers pitched a perfect game. Thurber laid out at third base to make a play and throw out a runner at first. In the fifth, Ryder made a leaping catch on a line drive.

Coach’s quote: “I’m just so happy for Wyatt! He’s a great kid and a hard worker. Combine this with his last outing and he’s pitched 11.1 consecutive hitless innings.” – Belmont’s Matt LeBlanc

Records: Belmont 10-1; Berlin 2-11

Winnacunnet 10, Concord 2

Key players: Concord – Trevor Craigue (2 hits, 2 runs), Will Simms (RBI double), Alex Turant (RBI single), Isaac Vaillancourt (hit), Kale Washburn (hit), Isaac Vaillancourt (pitched well in relief)

Highlights: Winnacunnet scored in six of seven innings. Concord evened the score, 1-1, in the bottom of the first on an RBI single by Turant. Concord got its other run in the bottom of the fifth on an RBI double by Simms.

Coach’s quote: “We had better at bats today as a team, but struggled on the mound today and made a few mistakes that Winnacunnet capitalized on. Back to work tomorrow at practice to get back on track.” – Concord’s Scott Owen

Records: Winnacunnet 7-8; Concord 6-9

John Stark 6, Hanover 4

Key players: John Stark – Ryder Brown (2-for-4, double, 2 RBI, run), Hayden Pond (5 IP, 3 R, 3 H, 3 BB, 6 K; RBI walk), Chase Philibotte (WP, 2 IP, 1 R, 4 K; double, run), Travis Lisofsky (1-for-1, 2 walks, RBI, run)

Highlights: The Generals broke a scoreless tie with a run in the third and plated three four in the fourth inning. Hanover scored three runs in the fourth and tied the same in the sixth inning, but Stark score game-winning runs with two outs in the seventh on RBI singles by Brown and Williams. In the bottom half of the inning, Hanover loaded the bases, but Philibotte struck out the Bears’ Nos. 1-3 hitters to close out the victory.

Records: John Stark 10-2; Hanover 8-4

Plymouth 12, Pembroke 6

Key players: Pembroke – Owen Stewart (2-for-3, double, run), Devin Riel (1-for-4, 2-run HR), Jack Pearson (double)

Highlights: The game was tied 3-3 through the first inning, but Plymouth scored five runs in the top of the third to take a 9-3 lead.

Records: Plymouth 6-7; Pembroke 4-8

Bishop Brady 6, Monadnock 2

Key players: Bishop Brady – Owen Thornton (WP, 7 IP, 0 ER, 3 H, 9 K), Winn Thomas (hit, 2 HBP, 2 runs), Max Guerra (hit, run), Jack Speiss (3 hits, double, 3 RBI, run, SB), Luke Bedard (hit, sacrifice fly, 2 RBI), Henry Thresher (hit, run), Kolt Gaudreault (3 hits, RBI), Ryan Bossche (hit, run)

Highlights: In a game of two 10-1 teams at Monadnock, Bishop Brady broke open a 2-2 tie with a two-out rally in the top of the sixth on a bases-loaded double by Speiss and an RBI single by Bedard to score four runs. Thornton was great on the mound, only allowing three hits and striking out nine in a complete-game victory. Both runs he allowed were unearned.

Coach’s quote: “It was a great high school baseball game between two good teams. That was a great two-out rally in the sixth and Owen was fantastic again today.” – Bishop Brady’s Skip Foy

Records: Bishop Brady 11-1; Monadnock 10-2

Softball

Coe-Brown 8, Oyster River 7, 8 inn.

Key players: Coe-Brown – Emily Clark (WP, 5 K; 2 hits), Ari Fenton (2-for-4, 2-run HR, triple), Reilly West (2 hits; OF), Haile Comeau (2 hits; OF), Brook Orluk (diving catch double play), Kylie Bieniek (3 hits), Bella Pelletier (3 hits, walk-off base hit)

Highlights: Maddie Lovett and Addison Coffin had selfless at bats to move runners, bringing home some important runs, and Pelletier had a walk-off single in the eighth to lift the Bears to the win.

Coach’s quote: “Another incredible game between these two teams, so incredibly proud of our girls for fighting through some injuries and having each others backs.” – Coe-Brown’s Dave Allis

Records: Coe-Brown 9-2; Oyster River 9-3

John Stark 26, Hanover 6, 5 inn.

Key players: John Stark – Ellah Adler (3-for-3, 4 runs), Jaelyn Silvey (3-for-3, 3 RBI), Evelyn Millward (2-for-3, 3 runs), Bri Dickinson (1-for-1, 2 walks, first varsity hit, inside park HR), Laura Labatt (5 IP, 3 ER, 3 BB, 5 K, first varsity win)

Highlights: John Stark took an early 10-1 lead after the first inning and plated another seven in the second inning. Hanover fought back with three runs in the second inning, but the Generals continued to add to their lead to end the game in five innings.

Coach’s quote: “I was happy with Laura Labatt's performance in the circle today for her first varsity win. Bri picked up her first varsity hit today, blasting a hit over the right fielders head for an inside the park three-run home run.” – John Stark’s Denis Kolehmainen

Records: John Stark 8-4; Hanover 0-12

Bishop Brady 5, Monadnock 4

Key players: Bishop Brady – Payton Bryon (2 HR; 7 IP, 8 K), Ava Archambault (2 hits)

Highlights: Bryson was a force at the plate and in the circle, smacking home runs in both the third and seventh innings. Archambault doubled in the first inning to score the first run.

Coach’s quote: “Good all around game for Brady. Pitching and defense were working, and we had timely hits. We knew this wouldn’t be an easy game for us. We have been battling in the standings with them for a few weeks.” – Bishop Brady’s Shane Baron

Records: Bishop Brady 9-2; Monadnock 9-3

Hopkinton 9, Fall Mountain 6

Key players: Hopkinton – Paige Boudette (1-for-3, HR), Kinley St. Cyr (2-for-4, RBI), Annie Morrall (1-for-2, sacrifice bunt), Ayla Royce (1-for-3, RBI), Zoe Freitas (1-for-3, walk, run), Ella-Mai Johnson (1-for-3), Gemma Guadagno (2-for-4), Aurelia Salce (2-for-4), 

Highlights: Boudette’s home run in the fifth inning put the Hawks up by two runs and Hopkinton plated four runs in the sixth inning with outs. The Wildcats scored three runs in the seventh, but Johnson pitched well, and the defense behind her, closed out the victory before Fall Mountain could draw even.

Coach’s quote: “We played a great game today, taking advantage of our speed on the bases. We had timely hitting and excellent defense behind Johnson today. Heidi Archambault, Skylar Clay and Boudette played very well in the outfield, taking away a couple of base hits and limiting Fall Mountain’s runners to one or two bases.” – Hopkinton’s Liz Kovar

Records: Hopkinton 6-5; Fall Mtn. 6-6

Boys’ Lacrosse

Merrimack Valley 16, Alvirne 3

Key players: MV – Tyler Carter (5 goals, 2 assists, 6 ground balls), Matt Lauren (3 goals, 3 assists), Mike Heine (2 goals, 2 assists, 11 ground balls), Ryan Monaghan (2 goals), Conner Hanson (2 goals), Jake Demers (goal), Carter Lankhorst (14 faceoff wins, goal, first varsity point), Mike Kingsbury (18 saves)

Highlights: The Pride snapped a three-game losing streak.

Coach’s quote: “The boys played well tonight. They were high energy from the opening whistle until the final one. It is always great to see them putting it all together and playing as a complete unit.” – MV’s Sean Gill

Records: MV 5-7; Alvirne 1-10

Girls’ Lacrosse

John Stark 9, Bow 7

Key players: John Stark – Zoe Lawson (5 goals, assist), Kaycie Rhodes (2 goals, assist), Addie DeCew (2 goals), Claudia Dustin (2 assists), Ryan Mucci (assist), Rowin Ledy (9 saves);  Bow – Ella Gray (4 goals), Kate McGovern (2 goals), Mikayla Livingstone (goal)

Highlights: Ledy had several big saves that shifted momentum in John Stark’s favor, and the Generals’ defense caused turnovers that allowed them more opportunities.

Coach’s quote: “This team played they best they have all season, with our defense and goalie really shining. The hustle plays on the ride and coming up with ground balls made the difference today.” – John Stark’s Sam Weaver

Records: John Stark 9-2; Bow 8-3

Pinkerton 17, Concord 2

Key players: Concord – Emma Pelletier (goal), Sydney Brown (goal), Hannah Barnewall (assist), Avah Ascani (assist), Tadu Sirois (7 saves), Elizabeth Thompson (defense)

Coach's quote: “Another tough game against a top two opponent. Weather and a late warm up did not help us mentally getting into the game.” – Concord’s Mike Zahn

Records: Pinkerton 12-3; Concord 1-12

Kearsarge 18, Inter-Lakes/Moultonborough 3

Key players: Kearsarge – Siena Loomis (4 goals, assist), Addy Rossi (4 goals, 3 assists, draw control), Nadia Spiegel (3 goals, assist), Katie Walkinshaw (2 goals), Lilly Chapman (goal), Ociee Ilg (goal), Bella Collins (goal), Kaelen Finnegan (goal), Bella Valle (first varsity goal)

Highlights: Kearsarge came out strong and continued to build momentum throughout the game. Inter-Lakes/Moultonborough scored all three of its goals in the second half.

Coach’s quote: “Each day on the NHIAA girls’ lacrosse pitch is a challenging. Inter-Lakes/Moultonborough has had many challenges this season – as Kearsarge has. Four more regular season games will require grit and best game-day effort.” – Kearsarge’s Katherine Bucklin Stearns

Records: Kearsarge 5-5; Inter-Lakes/Moultonborough 1-9

Girls’ Tennis

Bow 6, Hollis-Brookline 3

Key players: Bow –  Makaylie Laws (8-2 win at No. 3), Alexis Pelletier (9-8 (7-5) win at No. 4), Sierra Scull (8-5 win at No. 6), Maddy Desrosiers and Laws (8-2 win at No. 2 doubles ), Pelletier and Addie Rader (8-5 win at No. 3 doubles)

Highlights: The Falcons came up with their second straight upset, knocking off the Cavaliers. After dropping the top two singles matches, Bow rattled off four wins a row, capped by Pelletier winning a 9-8 (7-5) match at No. 5. Desrosiers and Laws then clinched the match with an 8-2 win at second doubles.

Coach’s quote: “Another great effort up and down the lineup. Alexis had a great win in singles and it was nice to have two of our captains clinch the match in doubles.” – Bow’s Steve Langevin

Records: Bow 5-7; Hollis-Brookline 8-5

Oyster River 5, Pembroke 1

Key players: Pembroke – Brianna Larochelle (8-3 at No. 5 singles)

Coach’s quote: “The rain stopped us from continuing the match (after singles). Oyster River was very strong. Our girls did well playing when it was wet.” – Pembroke’s David Goulet

Records: Oyster River 6-7; Pembroke 4-8

Kearsarge 7, St. Thomas 2

Key players: Kearsarge – Anela Branco (8-5 win), Shilor Poliquin (8-2 win), Kira Gauntt (8-2 win), Claire MacCreighton (8-2 win), Addy Blair (8-2 win), Tucker Dragon and MacCreighton (8-6 doubles win), Karlie Jundt and Bella Palumbo (8-1 doubles win)

Highlights: The Cougars secured their spot in the playoffs with a victory over the Saints.

Coach’s quote: “Another total team effort with all players getting a chance to participate in the win. Great energy and focus as we prepare for the playoffs.” – Kearsarge’s Bubba Williams

Records: Kearsarge 8-4; St. Thomas 6-6