Nate Sofield has been part of the Pinelands Regional baseball program since his freshman season, and he’s seen the down cycle within it. In 2022, the Wildcats managed 10 victories. Two years ago, it dipped to five. Last year, the number was zero.

ROUTINE PLAY: Pinelands Regional senior Nate Sofield throws to first base for an out during the fourth inning of the Wildcats’ loss to Lacey on April 10. (Photos by David Biggy)

Now as one of the seniors, Sofield is one of a few trying to lead the program in another, more positive direction.