Softball Recap: Hackensack's Luck Changes for the Better on Thursday

Hackensack came into Thursday's matchup having lost four straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 7-6 victory over the Paterson Catholic Cougars on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Comets have posted since May 17, 2025.

Briana Darling

Stolen Base

05/07/26 vs Paterson Catholic	3
04/29/26 @ Ridgewood	2
04/27/26 vs Teaneck	2
04/24/26 @ Northern Highlands	2
04/22/26 vs North Bergen	2
+ 21 more games

The team relied heavily on Briana Darling, who went 2-for-4 with three stolen bases, two runs, and one double. She has been hot for a while, having posted at least one stolen base the last 26 times she's played.

Hackensack's victory bumped their record up to 8-13-1.

Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hackensack will welcome Paramus at 4:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Paterson Catholic, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Manchester Regional at 4:15 p.m.