The latest round of Maine high school baseball and softball games produced a cascade of unexpected outcomes, from Noble’s 1‑0 victory over South Portland to Cheverus’ 3‑2 win against Sanford. In addition, Oxford Hills exploded for a 13‑3 triumph over Brunswick, while Poland edged Leavitt 7‑3 in softball and Medomak Valley blanked Greely 5‑0.
Key Performances
Sean Sullivan was the workhorse for Noble, tossing a complete game and delivering the decisive RBI that sealed the upset over South Portland. Hudson Iacuessa matched the effort for South Portland with a three‑hit shutout that struck out 14 batters, while Grady Hughes’ eighth‑inning RBI single pushed Cheverus past Sanford. Cam Pulkkinen sparked Oxford Hills with three hits and four runs driven in, and Brady Chappell combined pitching with a three‑run contribution for Fryeburg Academy.
Semifinal Schedule
The winners will meet on Saturday in a series of regional semifinals that promise more drama. Noble is set to face Cheverus, while Oxford Hills will host Hampden Academy. Fryeburg Academy, fresh from a one‑hitter by Brady Chappell and a three‑run blast by Kyle Soule, will welcome Cape Elizabeth, represented by Finn Connolly, who pitched 6 2/3 innings to advance. Meanwhile, Barron Silver and Kyle Soule powered Greely to a 5‑0 win, setting up a showdown with Leavitt, and Poland’s late‑inning rally positioned them to meet Medomak Valley in the softball semifinals.