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Donald Dominant Against Merlins
The New Forest Thunder Knights split a tough home matchup with the Cardiff Merlins II on Sunday, as the second half of the season got underway with plenty of runs. After a two week break, the Knights were a little sluggish out the blocks in game one, with a number
Four on the Bounce as Knights Win Two at Home
The New Forest Thunder Knights kicked off a streak of five consecutive home games with two wins against the Cornish Claycutters on Sunday. On an incredibly humid day, the Knights did just enough to see out a game one victory thanks to a good all round hitting display. Mitch Sullivan
Knights at the Double in Bristol
The New Forest Thunder Knights recorded their first sweep of the season with two victories against the Bristol Brunels on Sunday. Marcus Senior hit a home run, won game one on the mound and picked up a save in game two to show his value in a terrific all-round performance.
Home Run Honeymoon, as Williams Goes Yard
Sam Williams continued the ‘feel good factor’ after his recent marriage to teammate Rozi Hathaway, by hitting his first ever home run in Sunday’s split with the Bournemouth Bears. Coming to bat in the second inning, Williams took a pitch high into the afternoon sun and over the outfield fence
Hathaway Heroics in Split with Bears
Rozi Hathaway was the player of the day as her excellent defensive performance helped the New Forest Thunder Knights split two competitive games against the Bournemouth Bears. In their first home game of the season, the Knights came back from a five run deficit to beat their local rivals in
Merlins Down Knights in Fierce Contest
On Coronation Weekend, the New Forest Thunder Knights made their way over the Prince of Wales bridge for a matchup with the Cardiff Merlins. After two low scoring and very competitive games, the league leading Merlins came away with two wins. In game one, the Knights pulled out to an
Sponsorship Boost as Grove Sales back the Knights
After an exciting start to their first ever season as a club, the New Forest Thunder Knights are delighted to have secured the backing of another local business. Grove Sales Ltd have agreed to sponsor one of the team’s home games during the season, providing much needed support for equipment
Lawson Leads Knights in Taunton
Chris Lawson stole the show as the New Forest Thunder Knights battled for a split against the Taunton Muskets on Sunday. In a fiercely competitive day of baseball, the Knights showed their resolve to hold on for a game two win in extra innings. Lawson hit the first ever home
Thunder Knights Split on Opening Day
The New Forest Thunder Knights played their first league games as a club on Sunday. On the opening day of the British Baseball season, the Knights split a doubleheader with the Bristol Buccaneers in Keynsham. With a 22-9 victory in game one, the away side grabbed the very first win
Knights Secure Sponsorship as Schedule is Released
The New Forest Thunder Knights are delighted to have secured sponsorship for the upcoming season from the New Forest Academy of Dance and Kings Computer Recycling. Both organisations have sponsored one of the Knights’ home games and will see their branding displayed across the team’s social media and banners on
Thunder Knights Backed By Local Business
The New Forest Thunder Knights baseball club are delighted to announce their first sponsorship agreement with a UK firm. Ringwood based agriculture and machinery specialists, Merlo, have provided funding for the new team – enabling them to purchase vital equipment ahead of their debut season. Given the inclusive nature of
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Click to read our press release! “We’re really excited to bring baseball to the New Forest and Southampton this year. There’s huge potential for the sport both in the local area and across the United Kingdom. Our aim is to enjoy ourselves on and off the field and to create