New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly Stays Undefeated With 13-2 Win Over Litchfield
March 27, 2026//
The New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly varsity baseball team kept its perfect season alive on Thursday afternoon, rolling to a commanding 13-2 home victory over non-conference opponent Litchfield.
Continuing their dominant start to the spring campaign, the NBFW co-op utilized a high-powered offensive attack to overwhelm the visitors. With the 13-run output, New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly’s offense continues to set a blistering pace, averaging an impressive 11.7 runs per game through their first three contests of the year.
The decisive victory boosts New Berlin/Franklin/Waverly’s unblemished record to 3-0 overall, successfully defending their home diamond in their first home appearance of the season.
For Litchfield, the loss snaps a solid stretch of early-season baseball. The visiting squad entered the matchup with a strong road record but struggled to contain the surging NBFW lineup. Following the defeat, Litchfield falls to 5-2 on the season.
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