Hofstra secured an 11-5 victory over Stony Brook in the first game of their CAA series, powered by three-run home runs from Danny Corona and Tyler Castrataro, along with a two-run homer from Michael Brown. Carlos Martinez earned the win on the mound with seven strikeouts over six innings. This victory improved Hofstra's record to 11-16 overall and 6-7 in the CAA, while Stony Brook fell to 9-21 overall and 6-10 in conference play. The Pride's offense exploded with five runs in the first inning, setting the tone early in the game.

By the Numbers
  • Hofstra scored five runs in the first inning, highlighted by a three-run homer.
  • Carlos Martinez struck out seven batters in a 100-pitch outing.
State of Play
  • Hofstra is currently 6-7 in the CAA and aims to improve its conference standings.
  • Stony Brook struggles with a 6-10 record in league play, needing to bounce back in the series.
What's Next

The two teams will face off again on Saturday at 1 p.m., with Hofstra looking to secure another win and extend its advantage in the series.

Bottom Line

Hofstra's decisive offensive performance sets the tone for the series, showcasing their potential to perform well in upcoming games, while Stony Brook must regroup if they hope to compete effectively in this series.