The UMass Lowell baseball team fell to UMBC 12–11 in a closely contested series finale. Sean O'Leary led the River Hawks with a home run and three RBIs, while Cal Chance also shined with a 3-for-5 performance. The River Hawks fought back late in the game, taking an 11–9 lead into the ninth inning before UMBC rallied for two runs to secure the win. Head Coach Nick Barese emphasized the need for his team to regroup ahead of a busy week. UMass Lowell's record now stands at 15–20 and 6–9 in conference play.

By the Numbers
  • Sean O'Leary: 2-for-3, 1 HR, 3 RBIs
  • UMass Lowell scored three home runs in the game
State of Play
  • UMass Lowell holds a record of 15–20, 6–9 in America East Conference play.
  • The team will face Merrimack on April 22 in a non-conference matchup.
What's Next

UMass Lowell aims to bounce back against Merrimack, bringing focus to both their batting and pitching as they prepare for the game on April 22. A win could help boost their morale and record before continuing conference play.

Bottom Line

The River Hawks need to leverage their offensive strengths and improve their pitching consistency to convert close games into victories moving forward. A turnaround is essential as they navigate the remainder of the season.