Hackettstown, NJ: The Cyclones opened up conference play, against the Griffins of Gwynedd Mercy. In the pitching duel, the final game ended with a final score of 3-1.
Inside the Box Score
Starting on the mound for the Cyclones was Sophomore pitcher,
Louie Vassallo who went on to pitch five innings for the Cyclones allowing five hits, and three runs with just one being earned. First in relief for the Cyclones, was Senior
Aidan Hixenbaugh who tossed three innings allowing zero hits, zero runs, and recording three strikeouts. First year pitcher,
Drew Oppenheim would hold the Griffins in the top of the ninth inning while posting two strikeouts in his outing. At the plate, the Cyclones struggled getting the ball to land as they batted .235 on the day with just five strikeouts. The Cyclones lone run on the day was batted in by Captain
Miron Miller. Defensively, the Cyclones recorded twenty-seven putouts and twelve assists with just one error.
Up Next
Due to inclement weather, the series will now wrap up with a double header against the Griffins on Sunday, March 24th.