1998-1999 Baseball Team

The 1998-1999 Falcons marked the beginning of Peddie baseball’s most successful era, becoming the first team in school history to win both the Mercer County Championship and the NJISAA Prep ‘A’ Championship in the same season.

The Falcons’ triumphs were a testament to teamwork and resilience. Entering the Mercer County Championship as the fifth seed, they upset the third, second and top seeds to claim victory in an all-prep school final — a rare achievement. Pitching was crucial, with freshman Matt Pustay ’02 and Cam Van der Veer ’99 allowing just seven hits to defeat top-seeded Lawrenceville. Pustay, the tournament MVP, pitched six and one-third innings, while Van der Veer secured the final outs.

Their momentum continued in the NJISAA Prep ‘A’ Championship, where Clay Nixon’s ’99 clutch two-run double and Jung Wi’s ’00 complete game sealed the title, finishing the season 18-7. The 1998-1999 Falcons set a new standard for Peddie baseball, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire future teams.