Union had to endure a 14-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 10-5 victory over the Roselle Catholic Lions on Friday. Union's offense finally found a way to get into gear: the high-octane performance was a 180-degree turn from their last three games.
For Roselle Catholic's part, Aidan Bell made the most of his time at bat despite the final result and scored a run and stole a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Carlos Pereira, who scored a run while going 2-for-4.
Union's win ended a seven-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-6. As for Roselle Catholic, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 0-2.
Union will take on St. Benedict's Prep at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. St. Benedict's Prep's pitching crew has only allowed 2.2 runs per game this season, so Union's hitters will have their work cut out for them. As for Roselle Catholic, they will head out on the road to face off against Varsity Opponent at 4:30 p.m. on Monday. Roselle Catholic is no doubt hoping to put an end to an eight-game streak of away losses dating back to last season.
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