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Biddeford Today
By the People, for the People
Monks Sweep Pilgrims in Softball Doubleheader
Saint Joseph's College claims 11-2 and 7-6 (8 inn.) victories over New England College
Apr. 19, 2026 at 3:20am
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Saint Joseph's College softball's dominant sweep of New England College showcases the program's offensive prowess and resilience.Biddeford TodayThe Saint Joseph's College softball team swept a Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC) doubleheader against New England College on Saturday, winning the first game 11-2 and the second game 7-6 in eight innings. The Monks piled up 33 hits on the day, including 20 in the opener, to remain undefeated all-time against the Pilgrims.
Why it matters
This sweep extends Saint Joseph's College's dominance over New England College in softball, improving their all-time record against the Pilgrims to 8-0. The Monks' offensive outburst, including a 20-hit performance in the first game, showcases their ability to overwhelm opponents with their bats.
The details
In the first game, Saint Joseph's took control with a three-run third inning and added four more runs in the seventh to win 11-2. Freshman Jaylah Trottier tripled and scored, while senior Chantelle Bouchard had an RBI double. In the second game, the Monks rallied from a 3-2 deficit in the seventh inning, tying the game on a two-run single by senior Sadie Tirrell. Bouchard then hit a two-run homer in the eighth to give Saint Joseph's the 7-6 victory.
- The doubleheader took place on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
- Saint Joseph's next game is a non-conference doubleheader at home against UMaine-Farmington on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM.
The players
Saint Joseph's College
The softball team from Saint Joseph's College, a private Catholic college located in Standish, Maine.
New England College
The softball team from New England College, a private liberal arts college located in Henniker, New Hampshire.
Chantelle Bouchard
A senior on the Saint Joseph's College softball team who hit a two-run homer in the second game of the doubleheader.
Sadie Tirrell
A senior on the Saint Joseph's College softball team who had a two-run single in the seventh inning of the second game to tie the score.
Jaylah Trottier
A freshman on the Saint Joseph's College softball team who tripled and scored in the first game.
What’s next
Saint Joseph's will look to continue their strong start to the season when they host UMaine-Farmington for a non-conference doubleheader on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM.
The takeaway
Saint Joseph's College softball has firmly established itself as the dominant program in its series against New England College, sweeping the Pilgrims in convincing fashion. The Monks' offensive firepower and ability to rally late in games make them a formidable opponent in the GNAC conference race.
