Cougars Split Doubleheader with Salem

The Cougars split a hard-fought doubleheader against Salem yesterday, dropping Game 1 in extra innings, 7–6, before bouncing back to take Game 2, 5–2. Both matchups were tightly contested, and the series will conclude with a decisive third game later this month. Offensive highlights were fueled by long balls from Iverson Vargas and Ian Monteith, each launching a home run. On the mound, Mike Faulls picked up his region-leading seventh win of the season in Game 2, while Michael Manera came in to shut the door and earn another save. Next up for the Cougars is a midweek series against Ocean County College starting with a doubleheader on Tuesday, followed by a single game Wednesday.