The Monmouth University baseball team showcased a powerful performance against LIU, hitting three home runs and securing a 10-6 victory. Drew Yagodzinskie dominated on the mound, pitching six hitless innings and recording five strikeouts, paving the way for the Hawks' offense. Simmi Whitehill's home run and Kevin Fedoruk’s three-run shot in the fifth inning propelled Monmouth to an early lead, despite a late rally from LIU that narrowed the score to 8-6. Ultimately, the Hawks extended their lead with two late runs and held firm to clinch the win. Monmouth improved its record to 9-1 when scoring 10 or more runs this season.

By the Numbers
  • Yagodzinskie pitched 6 innings with 5 strikeouts and 0 hits allowed.
  • The Hawks scored 10 runs, improving to 9-1 when they reach that mark.
  • Whitehill's home run extended his reach base safely streak to 38 games.
State of Play
  • Monmouth's offense capitalized on a strong fifth inning, sending nine batters to the plate.
  • Whitehill recorded 3 RBIs, marking his 10th multi-RBI game of the season.
  • Walsh's three runs scored contributed to the top four lineup spots combining for eight runs.
What's Next

The Hawks will host Seton Hall on Wednesday, April 22, at 3 p.m., looking to build on their recent victory and maintain momentum in the season.

Bottom Line

Monmouth's offensive prowess, led by solid pitching and key performers, reinforces their position as a competitive force in the league. The ability to score heavily combined with strong pitching sets the stage for continued success moving forward.