Metuchen High School, a 13-seed, pulled off a stunning 7-6 upset against 4-seeded East Brunswick in a nail-biting nine-inning match during the GMC Championship Tournament. With key contributions from players like Matt Jelleme and freshman James Fenton, the Bulldogs showcased their resilience, overcoming a late rally from East Brunswick. In a day filled with surprises, other lower seeds also triumphed in thrilling contests. Metuchen now advances to face St. Joseph in the quarterfinals.

By the Numbers
  • Metuchen scored four runs in the fifth inning to take a 4-1 lead.
  • Freshman James Fenton struck out 10 batters over six innings before Jelleme secured the win with three innings of relief.
State of Play
  • Metuchen, now 15-6, has demonstrated exceptional teamwork and determination.
  • There were four upsets in the first round of the tournament, highlighting the unpredictability of the playoffs.
What's Next

Metuchen will meet St. Joseph in the quarterfinals, where they will look to continue their momentum and prove themselves against a higher-seeded opponent.

Bottom Line

This victory underscores Metuchen's tenacity in the face of adversity, turning doubters into believers as they harness their collective strength for future challenges.