Seaside Park, NJ – It was a full nine innings of hometown rivalry as Seaside Park PBA 182 squared off against Seaside Park Station 45 in the annual Battle of the Badges Softball Tournament.
Station 45, representing the borough’s firefighters, came out on top with a 10-7 win over the local police after a back-and-forth matchup that drew crowds of residents and visitors.
The game, held Saturday, was described as a strong turnout for both players and spectators, with organizers thanking sponsors and donors who made the event possible.
With bragging rights secured for this year, officials confirmed the challenge has already been set for a rematch next summer.
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- Seaside Park PBA 182 and Station 45 faced off in the Battle of the Badges softball game.
- Firefighters from Station 45 won 10-7 after nine innings.
- Organizers said the event will return next year.
A hometown rivalry is set to continue under the lights next summer.