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Senior shortstop Derek Paris was recognized as the America East Baseball Scholar-Athlete of the Year, highlighting his 3.748 GPA in Computer Science and impressive on‑field stats.
College Sports Communicators announced the 2025‑26 Academic All‑District® Baseball Team, honoring top student‑athletes for their performance and academic achievement. Derek Paris, a UMBC standout, is now a CSC Academic All‑America® finalist and will contend for national honors.
Maine’s baseball team rallied from an early setback to secure an 11‑6 victory over UMBC, setting up a decisive showdown with Binghamton for the America East crown.
The Retrievers battled back from a seven-run deficit but could not overcome Maine’s late surge, ending their season with a 29-24 record.
The Retrievers erupted for 20 hits and a 9-0 victory, highlighted by Melton’s record-tying performance and Robinson’s efficient shutout.
A 5‑4 loss to Maine in the America East tournament puts UMBC on the brink, but a strong pitching performance and key hits keep their hopes alive for a rematch with UMass Lowell.
Senior Ehi Okojie was named the America East’s Len Harlow Player of the Year, while Coach Liam Bowen shared Co‑Coach of the Year honors as the Retrievers finished second in the conference and prepare to meet the top seed in Binghamton on Thursday.
UMBC’s baseball team exploded for 17 runs, with Ehi Okojie’s three‑hit, six‑RBI performance leading a balanced attack that also featured a pinch‑hit homer by Nolan Kutney and strong outing from Zach Robinson.
UMBC’s baseball squad closes its regular season against NJIT in a series that could lock in a top seed and influence postseason momentum.
A late‑inning grand slam handed Towson a 9‑8 victory over UMBC, leaving the Retrievers to regroup before a home series against NJIT.
UMBC’s final non‑conference matchup against Towson delivered drama, a 6‑5 win in 11 innings and standout performances from Anthony Mascuilli, Ehi Okojie and Sergio Droz, while the team’s series at Bryant slipped away in the ninth.