The Newtown Sandy Hooks returned from an arduous road trip (that included seven losing matches in Waterbury, Simsbury, Hartford and Pittsfield) for their home opener in the friendly confines of the old nuthouse. But, before you could say "Katie bar the door, and lock-up the women and children!" Brett Lahde and his upstart Boston Colonials blew in like a cold Nor'easter and plundered what was left of the homecoming festivities.

Thankfully, the second game lasted only five frames as it was clear the Colonials had had their way with their distant rivals and were anticipating post game activities on the Fens. It was also clear they had little experience with the '1861' game but blow the Sandy Hook's doors off without seeming to break a sweat.

We thank the Colonials for making the long trip to the far end of New England and showing us how a Boston nine can make short work of our local nine in 'yankeeland'. Luckily, all the women and children were accounted for after the match. (Game time: approximately three hours; travel time: six hours)

Since, The Scribe was drafted into the role of umpire for the day, a recap of the games has been borrowed from the Colonials web site.

Newtown, CT - After taking a few weeks to rest their aching muscles and digits, the Colonials went back to Connecticut looking for a win. In the first game of the doubleheader, Newtown's Doug "Pops" Pendergeist revealed a nasty array of pitches and the ability to use them effectively. Yet, the characteristic patience of the Colonials again shined through. Catcher and captain Brett Lahde drew three walks in his first three appearances, as Boston's strikers showed ease and confidence at the plate. Third sack Brendan Reilly stole home, and outfielder Frank Sheridan fearlessly did the same. Ace hurler Matt DeCoste led the team with another robust, complete-game win.

The highlight of the day came on the Colonials' first home run of the season, as leadoff hitter Steve Smith parked a high, two-strike fastball over the wall in right-center field. The blast was measured to be about four hundred feet, an impressive feat for the team's stolen base leader.

The Colonials also took the second game of the doubleheader, a 1860's-style match played through five innings.

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