The UMass Lowell River Hawks baseball team suffered a 14鈥�11 defeat against NJIT in their series finale on Sunday. Despite a strong performance from Jorge Burgos, who went 4-for-5 with three RBIs, the River Hawks couldn't overcome an early 5鈥�0 deficit. NJIT capitalized on their lead throughout the game, extending it to as much as 9鈥�2 before the River Hawks mounted a late comeback with a five-run rally in the ninth inning.

By the Numbers
  • Jorge Burgos recorded 4 hits, 3 RBIs, and 2 runs.
  • UMass Lowell scored 9 runs in the final three innings but fell short in their comeback effort.
Yes, But

While UMass Lowell had several strong individual performances, their inability to control NJIT's early offensive surge ultimately led to their loss. The River Hawks displayed resilience with a late-game push but failed to close the gap in a game marked by defensive lapses early on.

State of Play
  • UMass Lowell's record stands at 13鈥�18 overall and 5鈥�7 in America East play.
  • NJIT improved to 11鈥�19 and 3鈥�9 in the conference following this win.
What's Next

The River Hawks will aim to rebound in their upcoming non-conference game against Stonehill on April 14. They will be looking to refine their pitching strategies and build on their offensive momentum from the ninth inning against NJIT.

Bottom Line

Despite the setback, UMass Lowell showed tenacity in their offensive capabilities. Continued focus on pitching and early game defense will be crucial as they move forward to maintain competitiveness in their upcoming matches.