Nicco Holland delivered a stellar performance, throwing seven innings in Coppin State's 9-2 victory over Central Connecticut. This win improves the Eagles to 7-23 overall and 7-11 in the NEC, while the Blue Devils drop to 9-16 and share a 7-11 league record. Holland allowed two runs on six hits, striking out six, and demonstrated strong composure by retiring 11 consecutive batters. Key contributions came from Terrell Milliner, who went 3-for-4 with a home run, and Armando Hurtado, who had a solo home run and scored three runs. The Eagles scored five runs in the seventh inning to secure their lead.

By the Numbers
  • Nicco Holland pitched 7.0 innings, allowing 2 runs on 6 hits with 6 strikeouts.
  • Coppin State scored 5 runs in the seventh inning to take an 8-2 lead.
State of Play
  • Coppin State is currently on an eight-game homestand, with games against Lehigh and LIU upcoming.
  • The Eagles improved their conference record with this victory, tied with CCSU at 7-11 in the NEC.
What's Next

Coppin State is set to host Lehigh on April 14, followed by a three-game series against LIU starting April 17. This stretch will be crucial for enhancing their NEC standing.

Bottom Line

The Eagles showcased their potential with strong pitching and offense, setting the tone for the remainder of the season as they seek to climb in conference rankings and gain momentum.