Playoff Matchups Set for Late May
The Montclair baseball team enters the state playoffs as the 11th seed and will host sixth‑seeded Morristown on May 27, while the softball squad, seeded 13th, travels to face fourth‑seeded Ridgewood on May 26. Both games mark the next step in a postseason that has already delivered a taste of excitement for the Mounties.
Montclair’s baseball side arrives with a 12‑13 record, having won seven of their last nine outings. Senior Patrick Van Note leads the offense with a .392 average and 30 runs scored, providing a steady spark at the top of the lineup.
On the mound, the Mounties count on junior William Black and senior Jackson Price, two arms that have combined for a sizable share of the team’s pitching workload. Their ability to keep hitters off balance will be crucial against a Morristown team that boasts a strong middle order.
The softball team, sitting at 6‑17, has endured a string of narrow defeats, losing ten games by four runs or fewer. Senior pitcher Marley Kim will anchor the rotation, hoping to translate her recent form into a breakthrough performance against Ridgewood.
Recent action against West Essex highlighted the impact of Siri Krabbe and Delilah Levy, whose contributions helped the squad split its last four regular‑season games. Their experience will be a factor as the team looks to upset a higher‑seeded opponent.
Beyond the individual storylines, both programs are emphasizing disciplined defense and timely hitting. With the community rallying behind them, the Mounties hope to extend their season well beyond the opening round.