New Fairfield had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They never let the Ridgefield Tigers get on the board and left with a 2-0 win on Friday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Rebels have posted since May 1, 2024.
Spencer Makarewicz made a big impact while hitting and pitching. He looked comfortable on the mound, tossing one inning while giving up no earned runs or hits. Makarewicz was also solid in the batter's box, scoring two runs and stealing a base while getting on base in two of his three plate appearances.
Makarewicz wasn't the only one making solid contact as four players wound up with at least one hit. One of them was Andrew Dossena, who went 2-for-3 with one stolen base and one double.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. New Fairfield will face off against Danbury at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Ridgefield, a feisty cat fight will be fought as Ridgefield Tigers challenge Greenwich Cardinals at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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