North Carolina A&T Baseball Season Recap
North Carolina A&T’s 2026 baseball season came to an end on a thrilling note this past Saturday. They faced the Monmouth Hawks and lost 8-7 due to a wild pitch in the bottom of the ninth at MU Baseball Field.
This season was a mixed bag for the Aggies. While they had some midweek victories, they struggled in weekend games against conference rivals in the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA). They finished with a record of 14-38 and a 5-25 mark in the CAA, losing every three-game series.
On the other hand, Monmouth secured a strong position in the conference, improving their record to 29-21 overall and 20-10 in the CAA, clinching a spot in the upcoming 2026 CAA Baseball Championship Tournament.
Despite the disappointing overall record, the final games showcased flashes of talent from the Aggies. In their last match against Monmouth, they went into the eighth inning tied 5-5. Senior Luis Gomez sparked a rally with a single, followed by a powerful two-run homer from sophomore JT Taylor, giving A&T a 7-5 lead. Unfortunately, the excitement didn’t last long. Monmouth’s RJ Mustaro hit a two-run home run, leveling the score again.
In the dramatic ninth inning, a series of events led to the winning run for Monmouth. After a hit-by-pitch and a single loaded the bases, a wild pitch allowed the winning run to score.
Taylor had an outstanding game, hitting two home runs and driving in five RBIs, marking a high point in his career. Seniors Nick DiCarlo and Gomez also finished strong, contributing significantly in their last game.
As the Aggies reflect on this season, they’ll take with them lessons learned and a competitive spirit that shone through in their final matches, especially against top CAA teams.
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