Monmouth 4, at Richmond 3

RICHMOND, Va. (Interstat) — The Monmouth Hawks capitalized on early offense and survived a late rally to edge the Richmond Spiders 4-3 in the season opener for both teams Friday at Malcolm U. Pitt Field. Monmouth seized control in the first inning against Richmond starter Jackson Hinchliffe. Leadoff hitter Saucke singled, was bunted to second by Hunt, and scored on an RBI single from Mustaro for a quick 1-0 lead. The Hawks extended their advantage to 4-0 in the third. Saucke and Hunt again set the table with singles, and after a strikeout, Whitehill loaded the bases with a bunt… Read more...