The NJIT baseball team suffered an 11-5 loss to Hofstra, despite recording 12 hits in the game. The Highlanders initially took a 4-2 lead after scoring two runs in the third and two in the fourth. However, the Pride rallied, scoring eight runs in the sixth inning, heavily capitalizing on NJIT’s errors. Although the Highlanders threatened a comeback with an RBI double in the ninth, they could not close the gap. The team will next face UAlbany in a three-game series starting Friday.

By the Numbers
  • Highlanders had 12 hits in the game.
  • Hofstra scored 8 runs in a single inning (the sixth).
State of Play
  • Highlanders are transitioning into a crucial series against UAlbany.
  • The team has shown offensive potential with multiple players contributing hits.
What's Next

NJIT will need to build on their offensive performance as they prepare for a three-game series against UAlbany, starting this Friday.

Bottom Line

The Highlanders need to solidify their defense and minimize errors to improve their chances in upcoming games, particularly against UAlbany.