Martin hurls Perfect Game, strikes out 18

Matt Martin of FA Peabody hurled a perfect game with 18 consecutive strikeouts on Saturday. Peabody defeated Verizon 11-0.
(Maine Sports Report file photo by Skip Hawkes)

Saturday afternoon in Hampden, Matt Martin of FA Peabody accomplished what every young pitcher aspires to do on a baseball field. Martin dominated his opponent, Verizon, and hurled a perfect no hit game for an 11-0 Peabody win.

Martin was not just perfect, he was on fire and brilliant in his performance. He threw just 76 pitches (4.2 per batter) and struck out all 18 batters he faced. His performance on Saturday will be remembered as one of the all time greatest performances in Hampden-Newburgh Little League history for years to come.

Peabody Manager Perry Antone was not surprised by Martin's performance. "He was in a zone and needed no coaching from me. It was nice to be able to watch him at work. He was throwing the best I have ever seen him throw", said Antone. "He gave Luther (Vom Eigen) a workout behind the plate. Not everyone can catch Matt, he throws with such velocity it punishes the catcher at times! It has been such a pleasure to coach these kids" added Antone.

Jake Maltz and Luther Vom Eigen led Peabody at the plate with two singles each.