Molloy baseball secured a thrilling 5-4 victory over St. Thomas Aquinas, concluding their four-game series with a late-game rally. The Lions now hold a 33-8 overall record and 23-3 in East Coast Conference play. A pivotal moment came in the eighth inning, where Molloy turned a 3-2 deficit into a 5-3 lead, with key contributions from Joe Burriesci and Mike Sweeney. Despite a scare in the ninth, where STAC loaded the bases, Molloy managed to close out the game successfully.

By the Numbers
  • Molloy achieved their 33rd win of the season, improving to 23-3 in conference play.
  • Joe Burriesci reached base in all four of his at-bats, recording three walks and one hit.
State of Play
  • The Lions鈥� offense struggled initially, gathering just two hits in the first four innings.
  • Molloy rallied in the eighth inning, scoring three runs to regain the lead after trailing.
What's Next

Molloy will face the College of Staten Island for their final regular-season series starting Thursday, April 30, with a game scheduled at 3:30 p.m.

Bottom Line

This victory not only enhances Molloy's strong standing in their conference but also showcases their resilience in high-pressure moments, crucial as they head into the final games of the regular season.