The Norfolk State baseball team is continuing its eight-game homestand, hosting Virginia State on April 21 and Le Moyne on April 24, 25, and 26. With a record of 14-22 overall and 11-10 in the Northeast Conference, the Spartans aim to improve after splitting last week's games. Key players include Thomas Ealey with a .365 batting average and 19 stolen bases, while Parker Hampton leads the pitching staff with a 4.75 ERA. Virginia State enters with an 11-18 record, and Le Moyne, whom NSU has never defeated, holds a 12-19 record overall.

By the Numbers
  • Norfolk State's Thomas Ealey averages .365 with 50 hits and 19 stolen bases.
  • Virginia State's Norman Jackson leads his team with a .371 average and 18 runs scored.
  • The Spartans have a 56-13 all-time record against Virginia State.
  • Le Moyne has won six consecutive matchups against the Spartans, dating back to 2024.
State of Play
  • Norfolk State went 2-2 last week, losing to VMI and winning twice against New Haven.
  • Virginia State had a bounce-back week, going 3-2 after a heavy loss.
  • Le Moyne recently won two out of three games against Fairleigh Dickinson.
What's Next

After hosting Virginia State and Le Moyne, Norfolk State will face No. 10 Virginia on April 29, followed by a critical series against Maryland Eastern Shore on May 1.

Bottom Line

The upcoming games are crucial for Norfolk State to gain momentum in their season, particularly facing rivals and aiming for a stronger conference standing as they head towards the end of the regular season.