East Hampton Holds On Against Cromwell

East Hampton scored twice in the bottom of the sixth inning then hung on to defeat visiting Cromwell 2-1 on Friday in an early-season showdown between Shoreline Conference rivals.

The news was not all good for the Bellringers, however. Star sophomore Marvin Gorgas, who pitched a complete game in his first varsity start on the mound, injured his left ankle on the game's final play.

Having scored a run in the top of the seventh, Cromwell's Kevin Radziewicz stepped to the plate with the bases loaded and two out. The sophomore popped up along the first base line, then made contact with Gorgas, who was attempting to make the catch for the final out. The ball and Gorgas fell to the ground, with the pitcher grabbing for his ankle in pain. Contact appeared minimal, but Radziewicz was called out for interference to end the game. Gorgas, who had to be helped off the field, said afterward he was "brushed" by the runner and in an attempt to hold up, his foot got caught in the turf.

Come back to Patch Saturday morning for the complete game story and more photos.