Michael Beneduce went 2-2, sparking the Westcott (7-11) to an 8-3 victory in eight innings over the Newport (7-11) on Tuesday at Cardines Field.

Richard Bacon paced the Newport at the plate. Bacon went 2-3 and scored two runs. He singled in the third inning and doubled in the seventh inning.

Austin Barry improved to 1-0 on the year by picking up the win for the Westcott. Barry struck out none, walked none and gave up no hits.

Mike Melillo couldn't get it done on the rubber for the Newport, taking a loss. He lasted just 5 2/3 innings, walked four, struck out four, and allowed five runs.