The Monmouth University Hawks fell to Stony Brook University 10-7 in their Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) series finale. Although Nick Lovarco's grand slam tied the game in the fourth inning, Stony Brook capitalized late, scoring five runs in the final four innings to seal their victory. Monmouth struggled to overcome a deficit despite scoring efforts from Colin Richter, who recorded a home run and three hits. This loss, however, does not overshadow the Hawks' strong start to the CAA season, having won their first three series.

By the Numbers
  • Monmouth was hit by a pitch five times, bringing their season total to 50 in 20 games.
  • Nick Lovarco hit his third home run of the season while Colin Richter recorded his second.
Yes, But

While the Hawks lost the game, they have shown resilience by winning their first three CAA series, indicating a potential for success in the upcoming season.

State of Play
  • The Hawks are currently having the best start to a conference season since joining the CAA.
  • Richter's three-hit game is a notable accomplishment, showcasing the team's offensive capabilities.
What's Next

Monmouth will face Lafayette on Tuesday, Mar. 24, aiming to bounce back and build on their recent strong performance in the early CAA season.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, Monmouth's ability to compete in games and their strong start to the CAA season suggest a promising trajectory for the remainder of the year. Fans should pay attention to their performance against Lafayette as a potential turning point.