J.P. Stevens extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to 13 on Thursday, dropping their season record down to 0-9 in the process. They came up short against the Woodbridge Barrons, falling 11-0. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Barrons this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 15-0 on April 8th.
As for Woodbridge, with the victory, they broke their five-game losing streak and moved their record to 6-5. The high-flying hitting performance was a huge turnaround for they considering their two-run performance the matchup before.
For Woodbridge's part, Madelyn Brenner made a splash while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and allowing only one hit while striking out six over five innings pitched. Brenner has been consistent: she hasn't given up more than two walks in six consecutive appearances. She was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with two RBI and one double. That's the most RBI she has posted since April 1st.
In other batting news, Holly Casaliggi was incredible, going 2-for-3 with three runs and three RBI. Those three RBI gave her a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Riley Vazquez, who went 2-for-3 with two runs, one double, and one RBI.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. J.P. Stevens will take on Mount St. Mary Academy at 4:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Woodbridge, they will be playing at home against Sayreville at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. The two teams have allowed few runs on average (the Barrons 4, the Bombers 2.4) so any runs scored will be well earned.
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