Paramus Catholic proved they can win big on Monday (they won by nine) and on Wednesday they proved they can win the close ones too. They came out on top in a nail-biter against the Cliffside Park Red Raiders, sneaking past 3-1. That's more bragging rights for the Knght Paladins, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Justin Diez made a splash no matter where he played. On the mound, he didn't allow a single earned run and allowed only one hit while striking out eight over five innings pitched. He has been consistent recently: he hasn't given up more than one earned run in three consecutive appearances. He was also solid in the batter's box, going 2-for-3 with one stolen base, two RBI, and one run.
In other pitching news, Joey Chvasta looked comfortable as he tossed two innings while giving up no earned runs or hits. He has been nothing but reliable on the mound: he hasn't given up more than one earned run any time he's pitched this season.
Knght Paladins
| 04/08/26 vs Cliffside Park | 3-1 |
| 04/06/26 @ Northern Highlands | 11-2 |
| 04/04/26 @ Paramus | 10-7 |
| 04/02/26 @ Fair Lawn | 11-4 |
The win was the fourth in a row for Paramus Catholic, bringing their record up to 5-2. The victories came thanks in part to their hitting performance across that stretch, as they averaged 8.8 runs over those games. As for Cliffside Park, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Paramus Catholic will host Morris Catholic at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday. As for Cliffside Park, they will be playing at home against Pascack Hills at 4:15 p.m. on Friday.
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