Manchester Township hadn't done well against Brick Township recently (they were 0-3 in their previous three matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Hawks were the clear victors by a 15-0 margin over the Green Dragons. That 15 run margin sets a new team best for the Hawks this season.
Gabriella Minneci
| 04/24/25 vs Brick Township | 3 |
| 04/15/25 vs Lacey Township | 2 |
| 04/08/24 @ Lacey Township | 2 |
| 04/23/25 vs Point Pleasant Beach | 1 |
| 04/17/25 @ Brick Memorial | 1 |
Gabriella Minneci was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, keeping things locked down with no earned runs or hits over four innings pitched. Minneci was also big at the plate, earning three runs and one stolen base. Those three runs gave her a new career-high.
In other batting news, Briana Leon was a standout: she got on base in all three of her plate appearances with two runs, one stolen base, and one RBI. That's the most runs she has posted since back in April of 2024. Another player making a difference was Kassandra O'Neill, who went 1-for-3 with three RBI and two runs.
Manchester Township hit smart and finished the game with only one strikeout. The team has now struck out at least three batters in three consecutive matches.
Manchester Township's victory ended a six-game drought at home and bumped them up to 3-8. As for Brick Township, their loss dropped their record down to 4-6.
Looking ahead, Manchester Township will head out on the road to take on New Egypt at 3:45 p.m. on Monday. As for Brick Township, they will look to defend their home field on Friday against Red Bank Regional at 10:00 a.m.
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