Gaby Parker saved Freehold Township's season with a late equalizer and Hailey Santiago gave the Patriots a second straight Central Group IV title with a golden goal to stun Manalapan.
Three years after reaching the Shore Conference Tournament final as a No. 15 seed, Manasquan is again the 15 and again expecting a big run this October.
Jake Czwakiel and Donovan Summey sparked an offensive explosion in the fourth quarter Friday to deliver Middletown South with a road win over Manalapan.
Manalapan has several returning starters at key positions as it looks to contend in the powerful American Division and make another run at a state title.
Dan Furlong pitched a five-hitter on 74 pitches, Howell's defense was in top form and the Rebels struck early on offense to secure a state-tournament win over rival Manalapan.
Check out the top pitchers from the fourth full week of the Shore Conference Baseball season and vote for the one you think should be the overall Pitcher of the Week.
Check out the top players from the first week of the Shore Conference Baseball season and vote for the one you think should be the overall Player of the Week.