Point Pleasant Beach claims Group 1 baseball title over Pompton Lakes
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Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Point Pleasant Beach defeated Pompton Lakes 10-4 in the Group 1 baseball final on June 14 at Rutgers' Bainton Field. Pompton Lakes initially took a 3-0 lead in the first inning, but Point Beach answered with five runs in their half. This victory marks Point Pleasant Beach's first state championship in baseball, following a rematch of the 2024 title game. The Garnet Gulls have consistently scored double-digit runs in their state tournament games, showcasing their offensive strength throughout the series.
- •Pompton Lakes fell to 22-8 after the loss in the final.
- •Point Pleasant Beach tallied five runs in the first inning.
- •Pompton Lakes started strong, scoring three runs initially.
- •The Garnet Gulls earned their first state championship in baseball.
- •Ryan Miceli and Jon Popovich were key players for Pompton Lakes.
- 12:52 AMYahoo Sports — Pompton Lakes endures role reversal in Group 1 state baseball final
"The Cardinals fall in state final to Point Pleasant Beach, the team they beat for the 2024 Group 1 title.
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