Ramsey High School captured its second state championship in four years on June 15, 2026, defeating Governor Livingston 4-2 in the NJSIAA Group 2 final at a packed field in New Jersey.
A freshman’s unexpected heroics
Freshman Hudson Ferrando, originally a pitching prospect who had been sidelined by an arm injury, finished the season as a designated hitter and delivered the game‑winning squeeze bunt in the sixth inning, driving in the go‑ahead run that put Ramsey ahead 3-2.
The decisive hit came after Sean Sailer opened the sixth with a double, setting the stage for Ferrando’s clutch play; the bunt not only shifted momentum but also showcased the team’s strategic depth.
Veteran left‑hander Joe Scarnecchia anchored the Ramsey staff, throwing a three‑hitter with three walks and three strikeouts, while his defense turned several key chances to preserve the lead.
Coach Paul Urbanovich praised the collective effort, highlighting the squad’s defensive reliability and the way the younger players stepped up, noting that the victory was the culmination of a season‑long push to ‘work one game closer to the state final.’
The win also marked a rare sweep for Bergen County’s public schools, with Ramsey joining two other county teams in topping the state finals, a testament to the region’s depth this year.
Among the standout teammates, Jake Ferrando, Alex DeSimone, Reid Bazydlo, Roberto Cotes, Dominic Labisi, Zach Geertsma, Connor McNally and Sam LoBue all contributed to the historic effort, underscoring the depth of Ramsey’s roster.
The triumph was celebrated not only by the players but also by the broader community, with the school’s alumni and local fans gathering to honor the team’s achievement.