Saddle Brook couldn't capitalize on their home-field advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Hasbrouck Heights Aviators by a score of 7-5 on Monday. Saddle Brook has not had much luck with Hasbrouck Heights recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
For Hasbrouck Heights' part, Maddy Connelly spent all seven innings played on the mound, and it's clear why: she surrendered four earned (and one unearned) runs on 11 hits and racked up six Ks.
At the plate, Mackenzie Riordan was incredible, scoring three runs and stealing two bases while going 3-for-3. Kailen Peterson was another key contributor, scoring a run while going 2-for-3.
Saddle Brook will head out on the road to square off against Waldwick at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Hasbrouck Heights, they will look to defend their home field on Wednesday against North Arlington at 4:00 p.m.
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