Micah Nemeth, a sophomore pitcher for South Amboy, has been recognized as the MyCentralJersey.com Readers’ Choice Baseball Player of the Week. Despite suffering a shoulder strain last fall, he made a strong comeback, pitching a standout game against North Plainfield where he secured a 5-1 victory, recording 13 strikeouts without issuing a walk. This followed a stellar freshman season where he helped South Amboy clinch the GMC Gold Division title. Coaches praise his maturity and versatility, highlighting his ability to pitch and contribute at the plate with a .327 batting average this season.

By the Numbers
  • 13 strikeouts in a single game vs. North Plainfield.
  • 1.96 ERA in 50 innings last season as a freshman.
  • .327 batting average with 12 RBIs this season.
State of Play
  • Nemeth recently returned to form after a shoulder injury limited his play.
  • He contributed significantly in multiple positions, demonstrating versatility on the field.
What's Next

As Nemeth continues to regain his form, he is expected to be a key player for South Amboy in upcoming state and county matches, potentially leading the team into playoffs.

Bottom Line

Micah Nemeth's resilience and skill have positioned him as a pivotal player for South Amboy, indicating he could be crucial to the team’s success in the postseason.