Softball Recap: Barnegat's Loss Ends Four-Game Winning Streak at Home

Barnegat dropped their record down to 14-5 on Friday, which also ended the team's four-game streak of wins at home. They fell just short of the Brick Memorial Mustangs by a score of 5-3. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Mustangs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 10-0 back in April.

As for Brick Memorial, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 10-5. That's two games straight that they have won by exactly two runs.

For Brick Memorial's part, Avery Nalducci made a big impact no matter where she played. On the mound, she struck out 13 batters over seven innings while giving up just one earned (and two unearned) runs off six hits (and only one walk). Nalducci has been consistent: she hasn't tossed less than five strikeouts any time she's pitched this season. She was also big at the plate, going 2-for-4 with one triple, two RBI, and one double. That's the most RBI she has posted since back in April.

In other batting news, the team relied heavily on Carly Hobbs, who went 2-for-3 with two doubles, one stolen base, and one run. Another player making a difference was Giselle Lizardi, who went 1-for-3 with two runs.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Barnegat will host Central Regional at 3:45 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Brick Memorial, they will look to defend their home field on Monday against Howell at 3:45 p.m.