
Northeastern Rallies Past UNCW 7-3 to Advance in CAA Baseball Championship
In a tightly contested Game 7, the Huskies overcame an early deficit to pull away in the eighth inning, setting up a showdown with either Campbell or Hofstra.
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In a tightly contested Game 7, the Huskies overcame an early deficit to pull away in the eighth inning, setting up a showdown with either Campbell or Hofstra.

Mason Ruh tossed a one‑hit shutout, striking out eight, as UNCW rolled to a 5‑0 win, snapping a five‑game skid and moving into the national top two.

The tournament begins Wednesday at Brooks Field in Wilmington, N.C., with top‑seeded Campbell and defending champion Northeastern among the favorites.

Freshman pitcher Trey Williford was named Rookie of the Year, while teammates Trevor Lucas, Cooper Allen, Mason Hughes, and JP Pennella received all‑conference recognition ahead of the Seahawks’ opening game against Monmouth

North Carolina’s offense exploded for 13 runs, highlighted by long-distance homers from Gallaher, Hull and Paulsen, while the pitching staff secured the win and improved the team’s flawless start.