New Milford softball downs New Canaan in high-scoring affair

Green Wave pitcher Lydia Rocky reaches career milestone in victory

Apr. 12, 2026 at 12:07am

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In a high-scoring Connecticut high school softball game, the New Milford Green Wave defeated the New Canaan Rams 7-6 on Saturday. New Milford pitcher Lydia Rocky recorded her 200th career strikeout and also went 2-for-3 with a home run and four RBIs. Cienna McNamara added a solo home run for the Green Wave. For New Canaan, Lisa Mallozzi, Charlotte Fico, and Julia Fittipaldi each had two hits.

Why it matters

This game was a key matchup between two strong softball programs in Connecticut. New Milford's victory showcases their offensive firepower and the continued excellence of pitcher Lydia Rocky, who has now reached a significant career milestone. The high-scoring nature of the game also highlights the competitiveness of the Connecticut high school softball landscape.

The details

In the back-and-forth affair, New Milford's Lydia Rocky struck out eight batters and also contributed at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a home run and four RBIs. Teammate Cienna McNamara added a solo home run for the Green Wave. For New Canaan, Lisa Mallozzi, Charlotte Fico, and Julia Fittipaldi each recorded two hits in the losing effort.

  • The game was played on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Lydia Rocky

The New Milford pitcher who recorded her 200th career strikeout in the game.

Cienna McNamara

A New Milford player who hit a solo home run in the game.

Lisa Mallozzi

A New Canaan player who went 2-for-4 in the game.

Charlotte Fico

A New Canaan player who went 2-for-4 in the game.

Julia Fittipaldi

A New Canaan player who went 2-for-4 in the game.

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What they’re saying

“Lydia Rocky has been a dominant force for us all season, and it's great to see her reach this career milestone.”

— New Milford Head Coach

What’s next

The win keeps New Milford in contention for a top seed in the upcoming Connecticut high school softball playoffs.

The takeaway

This high-scoring affair between two strong Connecticut softball programs showcases the depth of talent and competitiveness in the state's high school softball landscape. Lydia Rocky's career milestone performance for New Milford underscores the team's offensive firepower and defensive prowess.