The Hawks faced Eastern Connecticut State University in a dramatic and unconventional non-conference baseball game that concluded with a 12-12 tie after officials abruptly ended play before the ninth inning. Eastern jumped to an early lead with four runs in the first inning and maintained an edge until Hartford rallied, scoring five in the final three innings. The game featured strong performances from Hartford鈥檚 Alek Popovich and Alyis Godbee, who each played pivotal roles in the tie. With the umpires leaving the field without consulting either team, the game finished after eight innings with both squads sharing the spoils. The unusual decision left players and fans questioning the reasoning behind the stoppage.

By the Numbers
  • Alek Popovich finished 4-5 with 3 RBIs, including a double.
  • Alyis Godbee went 3-4 with 3 RBIs, contributing to the game-tying double in the seventh.
State of Play
  • Hartford scored late in the game, tying it at 12-12 thanks to a two-run double.
  • The contest saw a total of 19 hits for Hartford, including three extra-base hits.
What's Next

The Hawks are set to face Roger Williams University in a doubleheader on April 4th, starting at 12:00 PM. This will be their first Conference of New England matchup following the bizarre tie.

Bottom Line

This game highlights the unpredictability of sports, reminding teams and fans that outcomes can be as uncertain as the officiating, leaving Hartford ready to bounce back in their upcoming contests.