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
| 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.
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