In an exciting slate of high school softball action across New Jersey, the week of competition delivered thrilling upsets, standout performances, and nail-biting finishes. From buzzer-beater wins to dominant pitching performances, local teams showed their resilience and skill.
West Windsor United Shocks Lawrenceville with a Dramatic 9-8 Win
It’s been a tough season for the West Windsor United softball team, with a record of 3-14, but on Thursday, they delivered one of the most exciting upsets of the year. Facing Lawrenceville (13-5), the underdogs pulled off a stunning 9-8 victory with a three-run rally in the bottom of the seventh inning.
Leading the charge for West Windsor was Olivia Carrabba, who delivered a stellar performance, racking up three hits and three RBIs. Other key contributors included Deanna Hu, Anushka Arvind, Vivian Schladt, Audrey Chen, and Ella Dorfman, who all had two hits apiece. The victory was a massive morale booster for the team, capping off an otherwise difficult season.
For Lawrenceville, the loss was a setback as they prepare for the upcoming Prep State Tournament against Hun on Tuesday.
Final Score:
Lawrenceville 8 (4-0-1-2-0)
West Windsor United 9 (2-0-2-0-3)
Northern Burlington Defeats Robbinsville 10-3 with Stellar Pitching
Northern Burlington (10-9) took full advantage of an undermanned Robbinsville squad, who were without three of their starters, including star pitcher Lexi Lopez. Emily Shiner delivered an outstanding performance for Northern Burlington, throwing a five-hitter and striking out seven batters. The offense was also firing on all cylinders, with Haley MacArthur and Gia McKelvey each recording two hits and Shiner adding two RBIs to her pitching line.
Despite a late rally by Robbinsville (12-5), which featured a three-run showing in the bottom of the seventh, Northern Burlington remained in control throughout the game.
Final Score:
Northern Burlington 10 (1-0-1-5-1)
Robbinsville 3 (0-0-0-0-3)
Council Rock South Dominates Bensalem 13-3
In a game that cemented Council Rock South’s (14-3) place at the top of the league standings, they cruised to a 13-3 victory over Bensalem. Pitcher Julia Scannapieco starred on both sides of the ball, earning the win with a seven-hit performance and contributing offensively with three hits, including a home run. The team’s offensive onslaught came early, and Bensalem (5-8) was never able to recover.
This win keeps Council Rock South tied for first place with Council Rock North, as both teams continue to dominate the league.
Final Score:
Council Rock South 13 (2-6-5-0)
Bensalem 3 (1-0-1-0)
Neshaminy Continues Playoff Push with 4-2 Win Over Truman
Neshaminy (8-9) edged out Truman (4-12) with a close 4-2 victory, bringing them closer to clinching a playoff berth. Maysie Thompson earned the win for Neshaminy, while Jill Rickards homered to provide a key spark in the offense. For Truman, Marley Montgomery hit a home run in a losing effort.
The win is crucial for Neshaminy as they continue their quest to qualify for postseason play in what has been a competitive season.
Final Score:
Neshaminy 4 (2-1-0-1)
Truman 2 (2-0-0-0)
Conwell-Egan Dominates Bonner Prendergast 12-1
In Philadelphia, Conwell-Egan (13-5) wrapped up their regular season with a dominant 12-1 win over Bonner Prendergast. Cecilia McBeth was the star of the game, going 3-for-4 with two doubles and a home run. Pitcher Lauren Bedard threw a four-hitter in the victory. The Eagles’ explosive offense was too much for Bonner Prendergast (2-13) to handle, and Conwell-Egan heads into the postseason with confidence.
Final Score:
Conwell-Egan 12 (4-5-1-2)
Bonner Prendergast 1 (0-1-0-0)
Bristol Tops Faith Christian 11-1 Behind Brianna Slack’s Complete Game
In a Bristol (13-1) romp over Faith Christian, Brianna Slack tossed a dominant two-hitter and smacked a home run to lead her team to an 11-1 victory. Assistant coach Micky Angelo stepped in for head coach Dave Chichilitti, and his strategic moves paid off with an efficient and dominating performance by Bristol. Peyton McClain added two doubles in the win.
Final Score:
Bristol 11 (2-9-0-0)
Faith Christian 1 (0-0-0-1)
New Egypt Advances in Shore Conference Tournament with 10-5 Win Over Matawan
New Egypt (10-7) took a step closer to Shore Conference glory with a 10-5 win over Matawan in the first round of the Shore Conference Tournament. Jackie Bowen earned the win, while Grace Seraphin provided a key offensive spark with three hits. With a balanced attack both offensively and defensively, New Egypt is proving to be a formidable contender in the Shore Conference.
Final Score:
New Egypt 10 (3-3-2-2)
Matawan 5 (0-2-3-0)
South Hunterdon Holds Off Ewing 3-2 in Nail-Biting Finish
South Hunterdon (11-5) narrowly defeated Ewing (7-6) with a 3-2 win in a tightly contested battle. Elsie Scheetz earned the victory, while Payton Polukord led the offense with two hits and two RBIs. Despite Kimberly Nguyen’s two-hit effort for Ewing, South Hunterdon’s defense was able to hold off the late rally to claim the win.
Final Score:
South Hunterdon 3 (0-3-0)
Ewing 2 (0-2-0)
Bordentown Prevails in Extra Innings 4-3 Against Lawrence
In a thrilling extra-inning affair, Bordentown (13-5) survived an upset scare from Lawrence (7-9) to win 4-3. Ciara Knight hit an inside-the-park home run, and Kendall Lampman delivered a walk-off single in the bottom of the eighth inning to secure the victory. Emma Dobkin of Lawrence went 3-for-3 with three doubles and two RBIs in a losing effort.
Final Score:
Bordentown 4 (0-2-2-1)
Lawrence 3 (2-0-1-0)
Other Scores:
- Burlington Township 8, Florence 6
- Delaware Valley 16, Belvidere 0
- Seneca 3, Shawnee 9
- Cherokee 14, Moorestown 1
This week’s softball action was full of excitement, upsets, and standout individual performances across the state. With several teams gearing up for playoff action, the rest of the season promises even more high-stakes matchups. Stay tuned for more updates as the New Jersey high school softball season continues to heat up!