Jersey Assassins 16U Claims Lead in Fifth Inning to Defeat Toms River Lightning

Jersey Assassins 16U took the lead late in the game in an 11-5 victory over Toms River Lightning on Saturday. The game was tied at five with Jersey Assassins 16U batting in the top of the fifth when Kylie Elefante doubled on a 0-2 count, scoring two runs.

Toms River Lightning scored four runs in the fourth inning, but Jersey Assassins 16U still managed to pull out the victory. #23, #12, #48, and #14 each had RBIs in the frame.

In the first inning, Toms River Lightning got their offense started when #00 grounded out, scoring one run.

Braylie LaFisca earned the victory in the pitcher’s circle for Jersey Assassins 16U. The southpaw allowed three hits and four runs over two innings, striking out two.

14 started the game for Toms River Lightning. The bulldog surrendered two runs on four hits over four innings, striking out one and walking one. #00, #10, and #48 each contributed in relief for Toms River Lightning.

Tatumn Menzies started the game for Jersey Assassins 16U. The righty went three innings, allowing one run on one hit, striking out two and walking one

Lily Nucera went 2-for-4 at the plate to lead Jersey Assassins 16U in hits.

7 led Toms River Lightning with two hits in three at bats.

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