Courtesy of PurpleEagles.com NIAGARA UNIV., N.Y. – After shutting out Rider in the first game of a doubleheader on Saturday, the Purple Eagles fell to the Broncs in game two. “With us this year, it has come down to pitching and defense,” said head coach Rob McCoy. “Today was no different. When we compete on the mound every pitch and make the routine plays we generally end … [Read more...] about Niagara splits doubleheader with Rider
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Fairfield edges Niagara
Courtesy of PurpleEagles.com FAIRFIELD, Conn. – Though the Purple Eagles got off to an early lead, they were not able to hold off Fairfield, falling to the Stags 4-2 in the final game of a three-game series on Sunday. “For the most part, we played a good game,” said head coach Rob McCoy. “We got a good start on the mound and battled a good arm offensively. Unfortunately, … [Read more...] about Fairfield edges Niagara
Niagara drops pair at Fairfield
Courtesy of PurpleEagles.com FAIRFIELD, Conn. – The Purple Eagles baseball team dropped both games of a doubleheader in a tough MAAC matchup at Fairfield on Saturday. “Obviously a very tough day,” said Niagara head coach Rob McCoy. “We talk all the time about winning pitches and winning innings. Today, we lost two innings that could have changed the outcome of both games. … [Read more...] about Niagara drops pair at Fairfield
Niagara splits doubleheader with Marist
Courtesy of PurpleEagles.com POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. – After dropping a close 3-2 decision to Marist in the first game of a doubleheader on Sunday, the Purple Eagles bounced back with a 7-3 win in game two. “I’m proud of the way these guys handled the adversity we were dealt this weekend,” said head coach Rob McCoy. “Having to travel for home games last minute due to weather … [Read more...] about Niagara splits doubleheader with Marist
Niagara rallies past Marist behind Scott’s career-high 32 points
Courtesy of PurpleEagles.com POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. – Matt Scott’s career-high 32 points and a 3-pointer in the final seconds by Karonn Davis capped a furious second half rally as the Purple Eagles defeated the Marist Red Foxes, 69-66, on Thursday night from the McCann Center. “That was a terrific comeback by our team,” head coach Chris Casey said. “I thought the thing that … [Read more...] about Niagara rallies past Marist behind Scott’s career-high 32 points