Local Roundup: Thetford baseball beats Lake Region

Published: 05-22-2025 10:30 AM

Modified: 05-27-2025 8:33 PM


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Baseball

Thetford 11, Lake Region 2

Key players: Thetford — JD Farrell (winning pitcher, 5 IP, 2 hits, 2 runs, 9 strikeouts; 2-for-4, double); Xander Oshoniyi (2-for-4, home run, 3 runs)

Highlights: Farrell and Ollie Sarazin combined on a two-hitter with 11 strikeouts in the Panthers’ latest win. In the sixth, Farrell’s double was followed by a two-run homer by Oshoniyi.

Coach’s quote: “Good all-around effort from the team today. Very pleased with the aggressiveness of our pitchers and our hitters limiting the strikeouts and putting the ball in play. A few minor issues to clean up as we head into the toughest part of our schedule.” — Thetford’s Kris Keelty

Records: Thetford 10-1; Lake Region 0-10

Softball

Oxbow 5, Lyndon 0

Key players: Oxbow — Anastase Bourgeois, Brooke Osgood, Maisy Frydman

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Highlights: Bourgeois had 12 strikeouts on the day as the Olympians topped the D-II Vikings. Osgood and Frydman lead the team with two doubles, collecting two hits each on the day.

Coach’s quote: “We hit the ball well. We just couldn’t find the gaps. They played well, and I am proud of them.” — Oxbow’s Chuck Simmons

Records: Oxbow 10-0; Lyndon 8-1-1

Girls Lacrosse

St Thomas 13, Lebanon 5

Key players: Lebanon — Josie Dizon, Addison Durell, Audrey Newtonn

Highlights: Abby Auch (3 goals, 1 assist); Norah Burns (1 goal); Sara Forman (1 goal, 1 assist); Drew Kantor (1 assist, 7 saves)

Coach’s quote: “St. Thomas is a very strong team with some highly skilled players. We matched them in hustle and effort. Our defense was solid, and our midfield of Sara Forman, Addison Durell, Mackenzie Ray and Norah Burns worked really hard on the draws.” — Lebanon’s Sara Ecker

Records: St Thomas 11-1; Lebanon 6-3

Lebanon 10, ConVal 8

Key players: Lebanon — Sara Forman, Abby Auch, Norah Burns, Tori Palys, Lucy Eshbaugh

Highlights: Auch, Burns (3 goals each); Forman (2 goals); Addison Durell, MacKenzie Ray (1 goal each); Drew Kantor (8 saves)

Coach’s quote: “It was a good win under some challenging conditions. The girls had to dig deep to keep their poise and composure, and they did that very well.” — Lebanon’s Sara Ecker

Records: Lebanon 6-2; ConVal 4-7

Boys Lacrosse

Lebanon 13, Kennett 6

Key players: Lebanon — Bentley Lang (4 goals); Abe Pearson (3 goals, 2 assists); Tyler Kelly (2 goals)

Highlights: Lebanon picked up a statement win over Kennett. After trailing 4–3 at the end of the first quarter, the Raiders regrouped and dominated the remainder of the game, outscoring Kennett 10–2 in the final three quarters. Freshman standout Lang led the offensive charge with four goals, showcasing composure and poise beyond his years. Pearson, a junior, added three goals and two assists, playing a key role in both scoring and facilitating the offense. Kelly, a senior, contributed two goals, and juniors Evan George and Benji Madory, senior Bode Price and sophomore Jordan Finley, who also had an assist, each found the back of the net. This win marks a high point for the program and sets a new standard of play moving forward. The Raiders look to carry this momentum into their next matchup.

Coach’s quote: “I’m incredibly proud of our team today. After falling behind early, the boys didn’t flinch. They stayed composed, focused and responded with grit and purpose. That second quarter really set the tone. We played fast, smart, and unselfish lacrosse.” — Lebanon’s Dennis Reilly

Records: Lebanon 4-4; Kennett 3-7