The Defenders were rewarded for their patience in the third inning, as both Boomer Berry and Jabe Bergeron drew bases loaded walks to score a run each. Bergeron later broke a 5-5 tie in the seventh inning with a solo blast, his first homerun of the season. Greg Lemon’s sacrifice fly in the bottom of the eighth gave the Defenders a two-run lead.

New Hampshire hurler Miguel Flores (3-0) did not factor in the decision, tossing five innings, allowing three runs, on eight hits, with two walks and two strikeouts. Flores was relieved by Adam Piechowski, who blew away the Skyhawks, earning the win after striking out the side in the top of the eighth inning. Piechowski has yet to allow a run in eleven innings of work with the Defenders. NH Closer Juan Padilla shut the door on Sussex, securing his league-leading eleventh save without allowing a hit.

The Skyhawks received three-hit games from both leftfielder Ryan Crespi and catcher Ray Serrano. Serrano belted his first homerun of the season to lead off the second inning, while first baseman John Urick added a homer in the seventh, finishing 2-for-5 on the night.

Skyhawks starter Jamie Douglas lasted just four innings, surrendering four runs (two earned), on three hits, with four walks and one strikeout. Reliever Sandy Nin suffered the loss for Sussex.

The Defenders will face the Sussex Skyhawks on Sunday in their final game of this home stand before a nine-day road trip through Quebec and New Jersey. Sunday’s match will begin at 5:05pm at Historic Holman Stadium, as the first 1,000 fans will receive logo baseballs. Isaac Burkett (3-3) is slated to take the hill for New Hampshire while Carter Clemens (1-2) will get the nod for Sussex.

Down 4-1 heading into the bottom of the third, the Defenders responded with four runs, highlighted by a two-run single from Argenis Tavarez. Edward Ovalle’s fourth inning homer gave NH a 6-4 lead they would never relinquish, while Angel Molina’s three-run shot in the sixth provided some extra insurance. Third baseman Chris Kelly belted his league-leading ninth homerun well over the left-center field wall in the eighth inning to cap off his 4-for-5 night.

Sussex had jumped out to an early lead after a three-run third inning, including a two-run double by first baseman John Urick. The Skyhawks could manage just one more run in the seventh inning, a solo blast from centerfielder Luis Soto. Third baseman Jeremy Hunt picked up two hits in four at bats for Sussex.

New Hampshire starter Nick Asselin (3-3) earned the win to even his record, working six innings, allowing four runs (three earned), on seven hits, with one walk, and one strikeout. NH also received scoreless frames from relievers Adam Piechowski and Juan Padilla.

The Skyhawks sent lefty Roger Lincoln (2-2) to the mound, who suffered the loss, allowing six runs, on seven hits, with three walks, and seven strikeouts. Lincoln was relieved by Alex Smith, who was touched up for five runs over four innings.

The Defenders will take on the Sussex Skyhawks on the Fourth of July, starting at 2:05pm on Saturday at Historic Holman Stadium. The game will be followed by a concert featuring AFTERBURNER, with beer tents available and fireworks starting at dusk. Sunday’s contest will begin at 5:05pm as the first 1,000 fans will receive logo baseballs.

Former Red Sox relief pitcher, Eric Gagne and the Quebec Capitales will visit the stadium beginning on Monday, June 29^th for a three game home stand and Gagne who is a starting pitcher is slated to pitch either Monday or Tuesday.

Tickets can be purchased on line at www.amerianddefenders.us at the Defender’s box office or by phone at 883-BALL.

The Defenders continue their home stand on Friday, July 3^rd when they take on the Sussex Skyhawks for a three game series.  A special, 4^th of July, celebration will follow the 2:05p game on July 4^th when Hanscom Air Force Band, AFTERBURNER, will put on a concert.  Fireworks sponsored by the City of Nashua at dusk will follow the AFTERBURNER concert.

On Sunday, July 5^th the club has one the fans’ favorite giveaways, as the first 1,000 fans through the gate will receive a free Defenders logo baseball! First pitch will be thrown at 5:05pm.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.americandefenders.us at the Defender’s box office or by calling 883-BALL.

SEE YOU AT THE PARK!

The Defenders jumped on Jackals’ starter Mike Vicaro immediately out of the gate, scoring five runs in the bottom of the first inning on a pair of RBI singles by right fielder Angel Molina and first baseman Clyde Williams, and a three-run home run by left fielder Jerod Edmondson. An RBI double by center fielder Edward Ovalle in the bottom of the second extended the New Hampshire lead to 6-0.

The Jackals broke through against New Hampshire righty Nick Asselin in the top of the fourth inning. With one out and Myron Leslie aboard after a leadoff double, right fielder Quinn Stewart ripped a double down the left field line to make it a 6-1 game. Two batter later, center fielder Zack Smithlin laced a run-scoring single up the middle to pull the Jackals within four.

But in the bottom of the fourth, the Defenders the Jackals starter from the game, scoring nine runs on six hits while sending 13 batters to the plate against Vicaro and reliever Giuseppe Granitto. A two-run double by second baseman Boomer Berry was followed by run-scoring doubles by Ovalle and third baseman Chris Kelly to extend the Defenders’ lead to 10-2. An infield single by designated hitter Argenis Tavarez, which made it 11-2, was followed by an RBI groundout off the bat of SS Greg Lemon to give New Hampshire a 12-2 lead. Rookie catcher Albert Mojica cleared the bases with a three-run triple to add to the rout at 15-2.

New Jersey rallied for three runs in the top of the ninth inning, but it proved to be too little, too late as reliever Rob Riley escaped the jam.

Vicaro (0-1) took the loss, allowing nine runs on eight hits with four strikeouts and a walk in three innings. Asselin (1-0) earned the victory, tossing five innings and surrendering two runs on eight hits with four strikeouts and no walks. Riley hurled the final four innings for New Hampshire to earn his first save of the season.

The Jackals return home on Monday, June 1 to host Les Capitales de Quebec at 7:05 p.m when New Jersey right-hander Stuart Pomeranz, a former second round draft pick of the St. Louis Cardinals, makes his first start of the season against Quebec righty Chris Allen. The Jackals home opener is also Mortgage Monday, where one lucky fan will win two months of mortgage or rent payments.

The New Jersey Jackals, proud members of the Canadian-American Association of Professional Baseball, play their home games at Yogi Berra Stadium located on the campus of Montclair State University in Little Falls, NJ. 2009 season tickets, mini-plans and group outings are available by calling 973-746-7434. Visit the Jackals online at www.jackals.com.

The Defenders jumped ahead early scoring five runs in the bottom of the first inning and never looked back, moving on to score nine runs in the fourth to earn their second win of the season.

Second baseman Boomer Berry finished the game 3-for-3 with a double and two RBIs. Catcher Albert Mojica collected his first professional hit, lacing a bases-clearing three-run double and finished the game 1-for-3, while Jerod Edmondson belted a three-run homer for the Defenders and went 1-for-4. Every hitter in the New Hampshire starting line-up recorded at least one RBI in the game.

Starting pitcher Nick Asselin (1-0) earned his first win of the season pitching five strong innings, giving up two runs, on eight hits, while walking none, and striking out four. Reliever Rob Riley notched his first save of the season, allowing three runs, on seven hits, three walks, and two strike outs in four innings of work.

Jackals’ starter Mike Vicaro (0-1) suffered the loss, giving up nine runs, on eight hits, in three-plus innings. Reliever Giuseppe Granitto allowed six runs (five earned) on five hits in four innings. Marcus Sanders, Quinn Stewart, Ryan Rogowski, and Juan Tejeda each drove in one run for New Jersey. Sanders finished the game 4-for-5 with four singles.

The Defenders will play again on Monday, at 6:35pm, when they host the Brockton Rox at Historic Holman Stadium. Chad Bentz is scheduled to make his first start for New Hampshire. Craig Anderson will get the nod for Brockton.

In game one, Defenders’ right-hander Isaac Burkett struck out nine batters and allowed two runs on five hits in six innings to earn the victory.

The Defenders struck Jackals starter Ted Serro, who took the loss, for two runs in the first inning on an RBI double by right fielder Angel Molina and an RBI fielders’ choice off the bat of designated hitter Jabe Bergeron. After the Jackals plated a run in the top of the third on an RBI single by shortstop Mike DeJesus, a solo home run by New Hampshire first baseman Clyde Williams in the bottom of the third made it a 3-1 game. Center fielder Edward Ovalle RBI single in the fourth extended New Hampshire’s lead to 4-1.

The Jackals plated a run in the sixth, but Juan Padilla pitched a scoreless seventh to notch the save.

In game two, New Jersey jumped out to a 9-2 lead led by a two-run home run by Myron Leslie in the top of the fourth inning. However, a grand slam by Defenders shortstop Chris Weakley in the bottom of the fourth pulled New Hampshire within three at 9-6. The grand slam was Weakley’s first professional hit. The Jackals tacked on the game’s final run in the top of the sixth.

Right-hander Seth Overbey picked up the win in relief, tossing a scoreless sixth after starter A.J. Wideman went four innings and allowed six runs – five earned – on seven hits while striking out two and walking one. Jackals closer Rusty Tucker pitched a scoreless seventh in a non-save situation. The loss went to Defenders’ starter Brett Palanski, who allowed seven runs – six earned – on eight hits over three innings.

The Jackals and Defenders wrap up their current four-game series on Sunday, May 31 at 6:35 p.m. when New Jersey sends right-hander Mike Vicaro to the hill against New Hampshire righty Nick Asselin.

The Jackals return home on Monday, June 1 to host Les Capitales de Quebec at 7:05 p.m. The Jackals home opener is also Mortgage Monday, where one lucky fan will win two months of mortgage or rent payments.

The New Jersey Jackals, proud members of the Canadian-American Association of Professional Baseball, play their home games at Yogi Berra Stadium located on the campus of Montclair State University in Little Falls, NJ. 2009 season tickets, mini-plans and group outings are available by calling 973-746-7434. Visit the Jackals online at www.jackals.com.

With New Jersey already leading 1-0 after a second inning groundout by left fielder Ryan Rogowski, an RBI double by first baseman Juan Tejeda in the top of the third inning made it 2-0. Stewart’s blast followed by a Rogowski sacrifice fly extended the Jackals advantage to 6-0.

That score held until the eighth inning, when a pair of wild pitches by Defenders reliever Chad Bentz made it an 8-0 game. Then in the top of the ninth, a bases-loaded walk by Rogowski and an RBI single by second baseman Marcus Sanders capped the scoring at 10-0.

Pavlik (1-0) allowed three hits while striking out five batters without allowing a walk to earn the win. The loss went to New Hampshire starter Mark Romanczuk, who allowed six runs – five earned – on seven hits in four innings. Jackals relievers Dave Qualben and Giuseppe Granitto combined to hurl three scoreless frames.

Offensively, Stewart led the charge for New Jersey going 3-for-5 at the dish. For the Defenders, center fielder Edward Ovalle and third baseman Chris Kelly each contributed a double in the losing effort.

The Jackals and Defenders will play a doubleheader at 4 p.m. on Saturday before rounding out the four-game series on Sunday at 5:05 p.m. On Saturday, righty Ted Serro will take the ball for the Jackals in game one with southpaw A.J. Wideman heading to the hill in the nightcap. New Jersey returns home on June 1 to host Les Capitales de Quebec.

The New Jersey Jackals, proud members of the Canadian-American Association of Professional Baseball, play their home games at Yogi Berra Stadium located on the campus of Montclair State University in Little Falls, NJ. 2009 season tickets, mini-plans and group outings are available by calling 973-746-7434. Visit the Jackals online at www.jackals.com.

The season opener has been rescheduled for Friday, May 29^th at 6:35pm vs. the NJ Jackals with an Atlas Fireworks show to follow the game.  Town Fair Tire is the sponsor of the evening and a birthday bash will be held in honor of the mascot, Stitches.  Fans will receive magnet schedules.

A double header is now in store on Saturday beginning at 4:00pm and is sponsored by Toyota of Nashua.  The first 100 fans in attendance will receive Thundersticks.

A Tribute to the City of Nashua will be held on Sunday.  Season opening ceremonies including the Legends of Holman Induction Ceremony, will take place prior to the 5:05pm start time.

The Defenders will wrap up the weekend opener with a game vs. the Brockton Rox on Monday, June 1^st at 6:35pm.  Chick-fil-A is sponsoring “Eat Mor Chikin” night which will include a chicken nugget eating contest.  Gates open 1 hour prior to game-time for all events.

Individuals who held tickets for the May 28^th game may redeem their tickets for any home game this season.

Fans can purchase individual game tickets for any of the 47 regular season home games, or any of the 14 exhibition games.  General admission ticket prices begin at only $1 for children, but there are also Legends Seats for $9, MVP Box seats for $8, and reserved seats for $7.

About the American Defenders of New Hampshire

Based on a philosophy of  HUSTLE,  THINK, WIN!  The American Defenders of New Hampshire are members of the Canadian-American Professional Baseball League.

The unique team uniform design was created on the prominent yellow ribbon in the shape of an “S” located “front and center” it’s symbolic of our mission and embodies “Support” to the community through “Service” and “Sacrifice.”  The American Defenders of New Hampshire play at Historic Holman Stadium, and entering their Inaugural Season.

To learn more about YOUR NEW HOMETOWN TEAM and dynamic advertising packages to fit every budget.  For more information please call 603-883-2255 or visit www.americandefenders.us.

The following game day positions will be interviewed for:  Head Usher, 4 game day ushers, Public Address Announcer , Concessions and batboys/batgirls.  Please note that there will be up to 75 events at the stadium this season beginning on May 24^th and the last game on September 12^th.

“We are looking for people of all walks of life,” reports team spokeswoman, Jodi Callinan.  “High School and college students who need to fulfill service learning project hours, Veterans and retired people who enjoy spending time at the ballpark …  anyone who wants to be a part of this unique organization is encouraged to come out on May 1st.”

About the American Defenders of NH

Based on a philosophy of HUSTLE, THINK, WIN! The American Defenders of New Hampshire are members of the Canadian-American Professional Baseball League.

The unique team uniform design was created on the prominent yellow ribbon in the shape of an “S” located “front and center” it’s symbolic of our mission and embodies “Support” to the community through “Service” and “Sacrifice”

The American Defenders of New Hampshire play our home games at Historic Holman Stadium, and entering their Inaugural Season.

To learn more about YOUR NEW HOMETOWN TEAM and dynamic advertising packages to fit every budget please call (603) 883-2255 or visit   www.americandefenders.us