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Spring in New Jersey means one thing: baseball season is in full swing, and the state’s high school teams are showcasing their talent, passion, and determination on the field. Whether it’s the rivalry games, impressive individual performances, or teams overcoming the odds, there’s never a dull moment in the Garden State’s high school baseball scene.

Here’s a recap of some of the thrilling recent matchups in New Jersey high school baseball, from tight finishes to standout performances, highlighting the raw energy of New Jersey’s future stars.

Princeton Tigers Triumph Over West Windsor-Plainsboro North in a 5-2 Victory

On Monday, May 18, the Princeton High varsity baseball team battled hard for a 5-2 win against West Windsor-Plainsboro High North (WW-P North) in a rematch of the teams’ season opener at Valley Road Field. The game was a tense back-and-forth affair, with WW-P North tying the game in the fourth inning before Princeton responded with three more runs to secure the win.

Pitcher James Schiavone was the star of the night, going the distance and earning the win for the Tigers. Schiavone’s stellar performance on the mound helped keep the Northern Knights from making a comeback. Offensively, Nano Sarceno contributed with two RBIs, while Will Carter had the lone RBI for WW-P North, though his efforts couldn’t stop the Tigers’ offensive surge.

Final Score:
Princeton (9-11): 5
WW-P North (6-15): 2

Notre Dame Dominates WW-P South in a 10-1 Win

Mike Shipula was a key player in Notre Dame’s (12-6) dominant 10-1 victory over West Windsor-Plainsboro South at Father John D’Onofrio Field. Shipula went 3-for-3 with a double, two runs, and five RBIs, leading the Irish to a commanding win. Auggie Kapoor earned his first win of the season, with a strong pitching performance that kept WW-P South (5-16) at bay throughout the game. Despite a solid run scored by WW-P South’s Matt Raeter, it was clear that Notre Dame’s offense was too much for the Pirates.

Final Score:
Notre Dame (12-6): 10
WW-P South (5-16): 1

Ewing Blue Devils Pull Off a Last-Minute Win Against Florence

In a nail-biting finish, the Ewing Blue Devils pulled off a dramatic upset with a walk-off win against Florence at Andy Greener Field. Trailing 3-2, Ewing (4-12) scored a run in the bottom of the seventh inning to secure a 4-3 victory. Sam Leibowitz had a standout performance, going 3-for-4 with two runs scored, while Carlos Paredes doubled and drove in two key runs. Florence (11-8) had strong efforts from R.J. Sobon, but it wasn’t enough to hold off Ewing’s late rally.

Final Score:
Ewing (4-12): 4
Florence (11-8): 3

Nottingham Northstars Edge Out New Egypt in a 4-3 Win

At the Galaxy in Hamilton, Nottingham (9-10) scraped by with a 4-3 victory over New Egypt (7-12). A dramatic run in the bottom of the seventh inning secured the win for the Northstars, with Aidan Lipman contributing with a double and scoring two runs. Justin Kramer and Aidan Healy each had two hits and an RBI for New Egypt, but it wasn’t enough to push them past Nottingham.

Final Score:
Nottingham (9-10): 4
New Egypt (7-12): 3

Wall Hornets Top Hamilton West Crimson Knights in 6-3 Win

In another thrilling matchup, Wall (9-10) came from behind to secure a 6-3 win over Hamilton West (12-11). A.J. Maddalena was the hero for Wall, going 2-for-4 with two RBIs. Despite a strong effort from Hamilton West, who got two RBIs from A.J. Maddalena, it was Wall’s offense that proved too powerful in the end.

Final Score:
Wall (9-10): 6
Hamilton West (12-11): 3

Steinert Spartans Rally Past Bridgewater-Raritan in 6-3 Victory

After being down 3-0, Steinert (12-11) rallied for a comeback, scoring five runs in the fifth inning to win 6-3 against Bridgewater-Raritan (6-16). Joey Ditta played a crucial role, doubling and driving in two runs. Frankie Mazzella earned his first victory of the season, while Ethan Zimmerman picked up his first save. It was a strong team effort from the Spartans, overcoming the early deficit to grab the win.

Final Score:
Steinert (12-11): 6
Bridgewater-Raritan (6-16): 3

Hopewell Valley Bulldogs Triumph Over Delaware Valley in 9-2 Win

In a solid outing for the Hopewell Valley Bulldogs, Luke Hemmer went the distance, leading his team to a 9-2 victory against Delaware Valley (9-11). Hemmer’s strong pitching performance combined with key hits from his teammates secured the Bulldogs’ 10th win of the season. Neiber added some offensive punch with two RBIs for Delaware Valley, but it wasn’t enough to stop Hopewell’s dominance.

Final Score:
Hopewell Valley (10-8-1): 9
Delaware Valley (9-11): 2

Pennington Red Hawks Dominate Riverside Rams in a 12-1 Victory

The Pennington Red Hawks (18-6) showed no mercy in a 12-1 rout of the Riverside Rams at Heritage Field. Landon Hallett had two hits and four RBIs, while Ryan Richer hit two doubles and drove in three RBIs. Evan Glassner was outstanding on the mound, allowing only two hits and striking out six. Pennington’s offense and defense were firing on all cylinders, making this a decisive victory.

Final Score:
Pennington (18-6): 12
Riverside (10-11): 1

Northern Burlington Greyhounds Power Past Haddon Heights in 10-0 Win

Northern Burlington (21-1) continued their stellar season with a 10-0 win over Haddon Heights (13-8). The Greyhounds crushed four home runs in the game, with Liam Velit hitting two, contributing four RBIs. Brent Walulak and Logan Downey also homered, making this a powerful showing for Northern Burlington. Liam Mannino continued his dominance on the mound, earning the win and improving to 5-0 on the season.

Final Score:
Northern Burlington (21-1): 10
Haddon Heights (13-8): 0

As we move through the season, high school baseball in New Jersey continues to captivate fans with its high-energy matchups, standout individual performances, and unforgettable team moments. Whether you’re supporting your local school or simply enjoying the game, there’s no better way to experience the thrill of youth sports.

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