The Lincoln County All-Star Little League Team, age 11 defeated the Lewiston All-Star Team in a thrilling 5-4 win Saturday in a round of the 2018 Maine State Championship Tournament.

The Wiscasset Little League had two players selected for the Lincoln County All-Star Team, Aidan Sanborn and Owen Cotta from Alna. Liam Thomas from Alna was also selected from the Dead River Little League Team.

Patrick Sanborn, head coach of the Lincoln All-Star Team and resident of Alna said, “Our team really came together today to show how competitive they can be with the best in the state. It took contributions from everyone offensively and defensively. They showed a ton of heart and determination and should all be proud of their game.”

Cotta pitched two scoreless innings with two crucial strikeouts to change the momentum of the game. Roan Donaghy of Newcastle closed the game by providing three strong innings of pitching. Sam Markowitz, Chase Coffin and Cleyton Splaine scored the critical runs to defeat the Lewiston All-Stars.

Sanborn had four singles and drove in two game-winning runs in the final inning to advance his team into the second round.

Coach Sanborn said, “It took everyone, including all you parents who got to all those practices. Thank you all.”

The team is set to play again at 5 p.m. Sunday. The tournament is being held at Linscott Field in Augusta. The state champion advances to the New England Regional.