The Bucknell baseball team saw its season come to a close with a 14-11 defeat to Holy Cross in the final game of the Patriot League Championships, ending a campaign that delivered the program’s first winning record since 2015 and secured the league’s regular‑season title.
Holy Cross emerged victorious, capturing the conference tournament and earning a berth in the upcoming NCAA Regional, where they will look to extend their postseason run.
The game featured a dramatic ninth‑inning rally by Bucknell, but the Bison could not close the gap, leaving the final score at 14‑11 in favor of the Crusaders.
MVP and Record‑Breaking Effort
Jaden Wywoda of Holy Cross was named tournament MVP after delivering a strong 4.2‑inning outing that helped seal the win; his 19.2 innings across three tournament games set a new record for the competition.
CJ Egrie contributed to the victory with four stolen bases and five runs scored, establishing a new Patriot League Championship record for a single game.
For Bucknell, Billy Fluharty smashed two triples and drove in four runs, underscoring the Bison’s offensive firepower despite the loss.
The season also brought recognition beyond the diamond, with five Bison earning All‑Patriot League honors and three making the Academic All‑Patriot League, while Hadley Maxwell was crowned Scholar Athlete of the Year and tied the program’s single‑season saves record at 11.
Head Coach Scott Heather and his staff were honored as the Patriot League Coaching Staff of the Year, capping a year of growth, achievement, and promise for the program.
Looking ahead, the blend of on‑field success, academic excellence, and coaching accolades sets a solid foundation for Bucknell baseball to build on in the coming seasons.