Note: Due to an editing error, an earlier post of NST podcast had an incorrect audio cut in one of our stories.
Weather – Dew points are beginning to increase. Temps to the 70s today along the coast, warmer inland (80s). There is a chance of showers later today and tonight.
Community News Notes – Photos – Sports
City of Lynn – Calling all Lynn artists! The Art on the Move initiative is looking to enhance the designs of our bus shelters throughout the city by infusing artistic elements into people’s daily routines. To learn more on how to participate, visit visitlynnma.org/transforming-l
MASS State Police – Wednesday on Revere Beach, two Troopers and two @MassDCR employees, along with the #Winthrop Animal Control Officer, helped a pit bull lost on Revere Beach find his way home. Read about Diesel’s big adventure here: facebook.com/MassStatePolice
Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll – This week, I visited Natural Roots Farm to see the damage caused by flooding earlier this week. My heart breaks for the folks in Western Mass who lost parts of their homes and livelihoods, and we’ve been in close contact with affected communities to assess need.
Sen. Joan Lovely – Productive Mass Green Energy Caucus briefing to discuss the future of our green economy & how we can work together to meet our sustainability & clean energy goals.
Mass Public Health – Problem gambling can make you feel withdrawn and disconnected from your community. The MA Problem Gambling Helpline is available for 24/7 support at 1-800-327-5050. Resources are also available in multiple languages at mass.gov/Dont-Miss-Out.
Sports
Navigators Win Thursday Night
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — The North Shore Navigators turned in one of their most complete performances of the New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) season Thursday night, routing the host Ocean State Waves 7-0 at Old Mountain Field.
The win pushes the Navs to 18-19, and drops Ocean State to 16-20-1.
Starter Nate Espelin (Seton Hall) was excellent on the bump, tossing seven shutout, three-hit innings to keep the Waves’ bats silent all night long.
At the plate, third baseman Jake Berger (Harvard) and left fielder Stan DeMartinis III (Bentley) — both NECBL All-Stars — powered the Navs with two hits each.
Small ball was a theme in North Shore’s success at the plate, and it all began in the top of the first inning, when designated hitter Jake McElroy (Holy Cross) reached on an error and ultimately shuttled home on a wild pitch two at-bats later.
McElroy scored the Navs’ second run in similar fashion in the third, hustling home from third on a wild pitch after reaching on a hit by pitch to lead off the frame.
From there, Espelin and Swampscott native reliever Pierce Friedman (Stonehill) kept the Waves at bay until North Shore’s bats heated up in the eighth inning — this time, to the tune of five runs.
This time, though, the damage came by way of patience at the plate and a put-the-ball-in-play mentality. Pinch hitter Luca Trigiani (William & Mary) came through with a clutch bases-loaded single to give the Navs’ a 4-0 advantage, plating Berger and his collegiate teammate, center fielder Peter Messervy (Harvard).
Two at-bats later, McElroy scored on first baseman Brandon Drapeau’s (St. Joseph’s) fielder’s choice, and Trigiani scored, too, to make it 6-0 North Shore after a throwing error by Ocean State’s shortstop. Then, to cap things off, right fielder DJ Pacheco (Richmond) added a seventh run by drawing a bases-loaded walk.
Friedman shut the door in the ninth to seal the key Coastal Division victory. Espelin earned the win, moving to 3-1 with a 3.28 ERA. Thursday marked the longest start of his summer, but the Belmont native has now thrown at least five innings in five of his seven outings. It was the southpaw’s third scoreless start.
Friedman pitched two innings for the first time, striking out five without allowing a hit in a dominant performance. He’s now gone two appearances — and three innings — without allowing a hit.
Tomorrow, the Navs will trek down to Norwich, Conn. for a Friday night tangle with the Mystic Schooners at Senator Thomas J. Dodd Memorial Stadium before returning home for the NECBL All-Star Game at Fraser Field Sunday.
Beverly Girls Basketball – Had an awesome clinic this week! Girls worked very hard and has some fun in all the heat and humidity! Big thanks to our current BHS players! Also thanks to former Panthers and current college bball players Hailey Anderson and Kylie McCarthy. They came by to help the kids and show them how to work on their game to get better!
Triton Softball – Softball names their 2024 Captains. Our leadership is in good hands with Seniors Sky Colburn, Mal Johnson and Ky Story!!
Central Catholic Girls Basketball – Awesome week of camp! Thank you to our current/former players who were fantastic coaches and role models
Endicott College – The Nest is going through some exciting changes this summer, including a new scoreboard and turf in Hempstead Stadium. We can’t wait for our Gulls to return in the fall to see the new updates!
