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Star N.J. catcher belts no-doubt 3-run home run for 100th career hit
Rutgers Prep senior Ethan Nepomuceno reaches 100 career hits with a towering blast
Apr. 16, 2026 at 11:33pm
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A cubist interpretation of Ethan Nepomuceno's milestone 100th career hit, a towering three-run home run that cemented his legacy as a star player for the Rutgers Prep baseball team.Somerset TodayRutgers Prep senior catcher Ethan Nepomuceno crushed a three-run home run to reach 100 career hits in his high school career. Nepomuceno, an Ursinus commit, is the 15th player in Rutgers Prep history to reach the 100-hit milestone. He entered the game tied for the third-most home runs in New Jersey this season and is now tied for the statewide lead with his sixth long ball.
Why it matters
Nepomuceno's accomplishment is a significant milestone for the star high school player, cementing his legacy as one of the top hitters in Rutgers Prep history. Reaching 100 career hits is a rare feat, showcasing Nepomuceno's consistent production and impact on his team over multiple seasons.
The details
In the bottom of the fourth inning, with two runners on base, the 5-foot-9, 185-pound Nepomuceno launched a three-run home run to deep center field, giving Rutgers Prep a 5-0 lead. The ball landed halfway up the trees behind the Somerset field, the furthest Nepomuceno has ever hit a baseball. It was his sixth home run of the season, tying him for the statewide lead.
- Nepomuceno entered Thursday's game sitting on 99 career hits.
- In his first at-bat, Nepomuceno hit a hard ground ball that was ruled an error, keeping him at 99 hits.
- With two runners aboard in the bottom of the fourth inning, Nepomuceno hit the three-run home run to reach 100 career hits.
The players
Ethan Nepomuceno
A senior catcher for Rutgers Prep who is an Ursinus commit. He is the 15th player in Rutgers Prep history to reach 100 career hits and is tied for the statewide lead in home runs this season with six.
Li Perez
A senior teammate of Nepomuceno's at Rutgers Prep who struck out 14 batters in Thursday's game.
Larry Santowasso
The head coach of the Rutgers Prep baseball team, who praised Nepomuceno as the 'easiest player I have ever coached' and said he 'changed our lineup from the moment he stepped foot here as a freshman.'
What they’re saying
“'I wanted to earn it the right way. Maybe I was pressing for it. But it was worth the wait. That is the best I have ever felt after hitting a home run.'”
— Ethan Nepomuceno, Rutgers Prep senior catcher
“'I can't wait to grow up and tell my kids about the player that Ethan is. It's been a special career, but what he is doing this year is already so memorable.'”
— Li Perez, Rutgers Prep senior teammate
“'Ethan is the easiest player I have ever coached. He changed our lineup from the moment he stepped foot here as a freshman. I am so happy for him and his family to reach this milestone.'”
— Larry Santowasso, Rutgers Prep head coach
The takeaway
Ethan Nepomuceno's 100th career hit, a towering three-run home run, is a testament to his consistent excellence and impact on the Rutgers Prep baseball program over the past four seasons. As one of the top high school hitters in New Jersey, Nepomuceno's milestone achievement cements his legacy as a star player and leader for the Argonauts.
