From May 15 through May 17, Sol Gittleman Park in Medford, Massachusetts, will serve as the stage for an NCAA Division III baseball Regional that features the nation’s top‑seeded team, the Tufts Jumbos, alongside three formidable challengers: Kean University, Claremont‑Mudd‑Scripps Colleges and Mitchell College. The tournament follows a double‑elimination format, guaranteeing each squad at least two games before a champion emerges and earns a berth in the Super Regional.
Regional Field and Schedule
Friday’s opening slate begins at 11 a.m. with the Jumbos taking on Mitchell, followed by a 2:30 p.m. contest that pits Kean against Claremont‑Mudd‑Scripps. Subsequent games will be spread across the weekend, allowing teams recovery time while maintaining a steady stream of high‑stakes matchups. The schedule was announced alongside ticket information that ranges from complimentary entry for children under three to $15 for general admission adults, with discounted rates for seniors, students and younger children.
Both Tufts and Kean arrive with impressive offensive metrics. The Jumbos boast a team batting average of .313 and a team earned‑run average of 4.30, placing them third and first respectively within the NESCAC conference. Kean counters with a .322 team average and 463 total hits, ranking second in the NJAC. These statistics set the stage for a clash of hitting prowess and pitching depth that promises numerous offensive fireworks.
Standout Performers
Among the players to watch, Jack Kamin leads the Jumbos with a .437 batting average that ranks second in the NESCAC, while James Henshon tops the conference with nine triples and is celebrated for his 25 fielder double plays. On the mound, Cole Donato has accumulated nine wins, and Derek Desmarais paces the conference with eight saves. Kean’s ace Lucas White brings a 3.47 ERA and a 6‑1 record after nine starts, and Tyler Stone anchors the Cougars with a .380 average and a 1.097 OPS. For Claremont‑Mudd‑Scripps, Alex Henderson and Bryce Didrickson each sit at .412, fueling a lineup that tops Division III with 92 home runs. Mitchell’s Nicholas Bracale holds a .388 average, tying for sixth in his conference, while the team’s overall .342 batting mark makes them the strongest GNAC representative.
The tournament’s winner will advance to a Super Regional hosted at Salisbury University in Maryland, where they will meet the champion of another Regional. That victory secures a place in the NCAA DIII Finals scheduled for Eastlake, Ohio, beginning on May 28, where the nation’s top college baseball teams will compete for the ultimate championship.
Path to the Super Regional
Beyond the immediate matchups, the Regional offers each program a chance to showcase its depth and resilience. Tufts’ pitching staff led the NESCAC in saves (10) and walks (109) while maintaining a 4.30 ERA, a testament to disciplined relief work. Kean’s offensive firepower, highlighted by Tyler Stone’s .380 average and 1.097 OPS, positions them as a dark‑horse contender. Meanwhile, Mitchell’s blend of a .342 team average and league‑leading extra‑base hits (135) underscores their capacity to generate runs in critical moments. As the weekend unfolds, the performances of Jack Kamin, James Henshon, Lucas White, Tyler Stone and their peers will be closely watched by scouts and fans alike, all hoping to see which squad emerges to write the next chapter in their collegiate baseball journeys.