Fairfield University Baseball's Matthew Bucciero and Harrison Engle received MAAC weekly honors, with Bucciero named Player of the Week and Engle Rookie of the Week. Their outstanding performances helped the Stags achieve a crucial conference sweep against Mount St. Mary's, positioning them second in the standings. Bucciero shined with a .571 batting average, four homers, and seven RBIs over the past week, while Engle excelled with a 5.2 inning scoreless outing in the finale.

By the Numbers
  • Matthew Bucciero had four homers and seven RBIs in a 3-1 week.
  • Harrison Engle tossed 5.2 scoreless innings, striking out six batters.
Yes, But

While Bucciero and Engle have made significant contributions, the team's overall success will depend on consistent performances from all players as they approach the final weeks of the season.

State of Play
  • Fairfield's current record stands at 18-15 overall and 13-5 in the MAAC.
  • The team is gearing up for a midweek game against Fordham and a home series against Iona.
What's Next

The Stags aim to solidify their position in the standings with strong performances in upcoming games, particularly looking to leverage their recent momentum this weekend against Iona.

Bottom Line

Bucciero and Engle's achievements highlight the potential of the Fairfield baseball program, but long-term success will hinge on maintaining teamwork and the development of younger pitchers as they compete for a playoff spot.