Three UMass Lowell baseball players have been recognized as part of the 2026 College Sports Communicators Academic All-District Teams. Graduate student Frankie DeMaro, senior Joseph DeLanzo, and junior Alfred Mucciarone represent the River Hawks, demonstrating excellence in both athletics and academics. The award honors student-athletes' performances on the field and in the classroom, highlighting their dual achievements.

By the Numbers
  • DeMaro logged 37.2 innings in 19 games, with a 6.21 ERA and 27 strikeouts.
  • DeLanzo played 52 games, achieving a .277 batting average with 52 hits and 28 RBIs.
  • Mucciarone pitched 76.2 innings, recording a 4.46 ERA and three wins in his 14 appearances.
State of Play
  • DeMaro and Mucciarone both received accolades on the America East All-Conference and All-Academic Teams.
  • DeLanzo rebounded from a season-ending injury to lead the team in games played.
What's Next

With their academic and athletic achievements recognized, the players are expected to continue excelling in their respective roles as the River Hawks look ahead to future seasons and competitions.

Bottom Line

The selection of these three players underscores UMass Lowell's commitment to fostering both academic and athletic excellence, setting a standard for future student-athletes.