5 Star Northeast

The 14U Black squad woke up at the crack of dawn, eyes half open, cleats still muddy from last week. Destination? Atlantic City. Purpose? Dominate Game 1 of the Perfect Game East Coast Elite Championship. But somewhere around Exit 58 on the Parkway… chaos struck. Phones started buzzing like someone hit a walk-off. Coaches’ group chat blew up. Parents went silent. One player yelled from the backseat, “Yo, PG just canceled all Saturday games!” followed by another kid asking, “So… are we still stopping at Wawa?” Just like that, the mission shifted from baseball to bagels and back home. So the mafia made a U-turn smoother than any double play they’ve turned all year.

Sunday Game 1: 5 Star NE Black 14U Show Fight in 9-3 Setback Against Muckdogs

Fast forward to Sunday: after a full Saturday of sitting around and contemplating if rain is the team’s new rival, the PG officials dropped a bomb—Sunday’s now win or go home. No pool play. No warm-up games. No excuses.

Despite a solid offensive effort, 5 Star Northeast Black 14U fell to Muckdogs Baseball Club by a score of 9-3. The team showed flashes of promise both at the plate and on the mound but couldn’t overcome early scoring by the opposition.

Liam Lawrence got the start for 5 Star NE Black 14U, throwing 4.2 innings with 7 Ks, while only 2 BB. Lawrence's fastball sitting at 71 mph and topping out at 75 mph.

Carter Stute entered in relief and pitched 1.1 innings, allowing 2 hits, 3 BBs, and striking out 2 while working in the 67–71 mph range

Offensively, Ethan Snyder led the charge, going 2-for-3 with a triple and one run scored. Billy McCormick contributed with a 1-for-2 effort at the plate and added an RBI, while Andrew Moses went 1-for-3 and also drove in a run.

5 Star Northeast HS Summer Season Kicks Off This Weekend

Mafia Summer: Heat, Hits, and Hype. Grades Closed, Baseball Open.

The wait is over 5 Star Northeast Baseball is officially back for the summer grind.

This weekend, June 6–8, the High School Summer Season kicks off, and all eyes are on the 5 Star Northeast 15U White & Gold squads as they launch their 2025 campaign with serious energy and high expectations.

After an offseason of hard work, development, and preparation, the Mafia is ready to hit the field and make noise across the region. Whether it’s lighting up the scoreboard, locking things down on the mound, or swiping bags with speed and swagger, this year’s 15U teams are built to compete.

5 Star Northeast 14U Black will compete in the USABL Going Yard tournament June 7 - 8

5 Star Northeast Gold 15U kicks off their summer at the Perfect Game Super25 Mid-Atlantic Regional June 7 - 8

In a weekend packed with high-stakes baseball, 5 Star NE Black 14U made their presence felt, notching three wins in four games and demonstrating the kind of complete team baseball that turns heads across the travel circuit. From the first pitch on Saturday to the final out on Sunday, 5 Star NE Black showed they are a squad built on gritty pitching, aggressive base running, and timely hitting. A formula that carried them through a successful tournament campaign and signaled they are a team to watch this season.

Saturday Game 1: Lawrence Throws No-Hit Gem, McCormick Sparks Offense and Basepaths

The tone for a competitive tournament weekend was set early as 5 Star NE Black 14U earned a hard-fought 4-2 victory over Knights 14U on Saturday morning. Fueled by dominant pitching and relentless base running, the team opened strong in their first game of the weekend series.

The scoring kicked off in the bottom of the first when an error by the Knights allowed 5 Star NE Black to jump out to a 1-0 lead. That early momentum was all Liam Lawrence needed to take control from the mound.

Liam Lawrence got the start 4.1 innings of no hit baseball, 5 Ks

Marcus Morrison was lights out, closing the door with 1.2 scoreless innings of relief and preserving the lead.

Ethan Snyder, Carter Stute, Billy McCormick, and Jack Haeussler each collected a hit. McCormick and Haeussler also delivered key RBIs, providing just enough offense to secure the win.

5 Star NE Black 14U applied constant pressure, swiping seven total bases including two from Billy McCormick

Saturday Game 2: 5 Star NE Black 14U Battles Back to Beat Willis Otanez Baseball Academy 5-3

5 Star NE Black 14U showed grit and execution down the stretch, rallying from an early deficit to secure a 5-3 victory over Willis Otanez Baseball Academy 14U. After falling behind early, 5 Star NE Black tied the game in the bottom of the fourth, fueled by a clutch RBI single from Joshua Wellen.

In the fifth, Gil O’nell and Liam Lawrence delivered back-to-back RBI singles down the left field line to reclaim the lead for good.

On the mound, Carter Stute was dominant in relief. Stute tossed three perfect innings, allowing zero hits, zero runs, and striking out four without issuing a single walk earning the win.

Jianluca Romano got the start, 3 innings only surrendering just one hit.

Liam Lawrence goes 3-for-3 with an RBI He was supported by RBI contributions from Gil O’nell, Jack Haeussler, and Joshua Wellen, as the lineup came through in the clutch.

Four different players drove in runs in a balanced offensive effort

Double play helps preserve the lead

Sunday Game 3: 5 Star NE Black 14U Powers Past Marucci Prospects NY 6-2 Behind Lynch’s Strong Start

The offense started early, as Billy McCormick drove in the game's first run with a groundout in the first inning. Gil O’nell followed up in the second with a clutch infield single to extend the lead to 2-0.

The breakthrough came in the bottom of the third. Ethan Snyder ripped a triple to right field to ignite the rally, which was followed by a defensive error and an RBI groundout from Marcus Morrison, helping 5 Star NE Black 14U build a comfortable cushion.

On the mound, Tommy Lynch was in control from the first pitch. The right-hander tossed a complete game, giving up just four hits and two runs (one earned) over six innings, while racking up nine strikeouts and working around six walks.

Tommy Lynch fans 9 in six-inning win

Marcus Morrison drives in 2 runs from the 9-hole

Swiping an impressive 11 stolen bases. Tommy Lynch, Carter Stute, and Jack Haeussler each had multiple steals

Sunday Game 4: 5 Star NE Black 14U Battles But Falls to Willis Otanez Baseball Academy 14U, 7–4

Despite out-hitting their opponents, 5 Star NE Black 14U came up just short in a hard-fought 7–4 loss to Willis Otanez Baseball Academy 14U. The bats were alive and the pitching was gritty, but key moments went the other way.

The offense tallied seven hits, including two apiece from Tommy Lynch and Ethan Snyder, who set the table throughout the day. Liam Lawrence drove in two runs to help keep the pressure on.

Marcus Morrison took over on the mound and provided a strong effort in relief. He tossed 4.2 innings, allowing just two runs on three hits, while striking out seven and walking only two. Carter Stute got the start and battled through early traffic.

Tommy Lynch & Ethan Snyder go 2-for-3

Marcus Morrison fans 7 in 4.2 innings of work

Liam Lawrence drives in 2 runs

Looking Forward

Though the scoreboard didn’t reflect it, 5 Star NE Black 14U’s performance showed signs of promise. With balanced hitting and solid pitching depth, they’ll look to carry the positives into their next matchup May 30 - Jun 1

Despite rain showers threatening the weekend, 5 Star Northeast 14U showed resilience and determination, managing to get games in during the USABL 14U Gold Glove Classic Tournament. Unfazed by the weather delays and wet conditions, the team stayed focused and made the most of their opportunities on the field. With adjustments to schedules and a lot of hustle, 5 Star Northeast 14U competed hard, finishing the tournament with a 1-2 record.

Saturday Game 1: 5 Star NE Black 14U Falls Short Against FB Braves 2029s, 7-5

After falling behind early, 5 Star NE Black 14U showed resilience, taking a 3-2 lead in the bottom of the second inning, capitalizing on a pair of walks and aggressive baserunning. They extended their advantage to 5-3 in the fourth, thanks to clutch singles from Tommy Lynch and Gil O’nell, who sparked the offense.

Jianluca Romano got the start (3 IP, 3 H, 2 R, 2 ER, 3 SO).

Carter Stute came in relief (1 2/3 IP, 5 H, 5 R, 5 ER, 1 SO)

Gil O’nell led 5 Star NE Black 14U with two runs batted in. The right-handed hitter went 1-for-1 on the day.

Tommy Lynch, Gil O’nell, Joshua Wellen, and Billy McCormick each collected one hit for 5 Star NE Black 14U.

Sunday Game 2: Lawrence Drives in Four as 5 Star NE Black 14U Tops NJ Rising Rebels 14U

Lawrence got the offense rolling early, delivering a single down the left field line in the first inning to score a run. He broke the game open in the second inning with a bases-clearing triple, driving in three more runs and putting 5 Star firmly in control.

The team’s six-run second inning proved decisive, fueled by a Jack Haeussler RBI triple, a bases-loaded walk by Jianluca Romano, an NJ Rising Rebels error, and Lawrence's big hit.

Marcus Morrison was dominant, allowing just 2 H, 0 R, 2 IP, 2 K.

Ethan Snyder came in strong in relief, throwing two more shutout innings with 2 Ks, 1 BB.

5 Star added five more runs in the fourth, featuring doubles from Romano and Lawrence.

5 Star swiping an impressive 12 stolen bases

Defensively, 5 Star NE Black 14U was sharp, committing zero errors in the field.

Sunday Game 3: Tough Outing for 5 Star NE Black 14U Against Iron Nine 14U (Red)

5 Star NE Black 14U faced a tough challenge in their final game of the weekend, falling 13-0 to Iron Nine 14U (Red) after a difficult first inning set the tone early.

Iron Nine jumped out fast, scoring seven runs in the bottom of the first, aided by a combination of defensive miscues, timely hitting, and aggressive baserunning. Despite the rough start, 5 Star battled through the remainder of the game with resilience, continuing to compete on every pitch.

Ethan Snyder started for 5 Star NE Black. The LHP struck out two batters in one inning but was tagged for seven runs, only two of which were earned.

Tommy Lynch provided a spark with his hustle on the base paths, stealing two bases

Looking Ahead

5 Star NE Black 14U participated in MSI's 14U Smash & Bash Tournament April 12-13th. It was a weekend of grit, firepower, and standout performances for 5 Star NE Black 14U, who picked up two big wins and narrowly dropped a third in extra innings.

Saturday Game 1: 5 Star NE Black 14U Rallies Past Broomall Tigers, 9–5

After falling behind 4–0 early, 5 Star stormed back with a seven-run second inning, highlighted by Gil O’nell’s clutch three-run double. They added insurance in the third on a wild pitch and held on as the Tigers tried to claw back.

Marcus Morrison earned the win (3 IP, 3 H, 5 R, 4 ER).

Carter Stute closed it out with a scoreless inning.

O’nell led the offense with 3 RBIs; Ethan Snyder, Billy McCormick, and Jack Haeussler also chipped in hits.

The team showed patience at the plate with seven walks and six stolen bases.

Saturday Game 2: 5 Star Blasts Mid Atlantic Crew, 13–3

Fueled by another seven-run first inning, 5 Star rolled to a dominant win over Mid Atlantic Crew. Tommy Lynch drove in two with a first-inning double, and Carter Stute had a day to remember.

Stute went 2-for-2 with 3 RBIs, including a triple and single.

He also earned the win on the mound (2 IP, 1 H, 2 R, 0 ER).

5 Star added five more runs in the fourth, featuring doubles from Romano and Lawrence.

The team drew nine walks, stole nine bases, and turned a key double play.

Ethan Snyder led with 4 stolen bases, while Gil O’nell and Haeussler drew 2 walks apiece.

Sunday: Wellen’s Big Day Not Enough in 8–7 Extra-Inning Loss

Despite Joshua Wellen’s 3-for-4 performance, 5 Star fell in extras to Broomall Tigers in a back-and-forth thriller.

Wellen singled in the 2nd, 3rd, and 5th, leading a 9-hit effort.

5 Star led 3–1 by the third inning but saw the game tied in the sixth.

Ethan Snyder struck out 7 over 5 IP; Tommy Lynch took the loss despite allowing just 1 unearned run.

Marcus Morrison drove in two, while Stute and Romano each had multiple steals.

The team stole 8 bases and turned another double play.

Looking Ahead