Recap
The two teams vying for 1st place, the Sliema Patriots and the Mellieha Northenders, squared off for a crucial double-header on Sunday.
The Patriots started off hot! Offensive contributions from Sliema’s own Dillon Adams and first baseman Alvin Barroso led the Patriots to an early 9-run lead by the 3rd inning. In the 4th inning, the Northenders’ offense came alive, scoring 4 runs in back-to-back innings.
Sliema continued cushioning their lead with extra base hits from Alvin Barroso who also drove in an impressive 6 runs. Mellieha rallied late, scoring 3 runs in the 6th inning, but this was not enough to overcome their deficit. The game ended with a score of 17-11 in favour of the Patriots.
The 4-hit performance from Dillon Adams was the deciding factor which put the Patriots on top, earning him MVP of the game.