Baseball
FINAL (2/13): Jacksonville University 16-3 URI
FINAL (2/14): Jacksonville 11-6 URI
FINAL (2/14): Jacksonville 4-3 URI
FINAL (2/15): Jacksonville 15-1 URI
Rhode Island fought in its weekend series against Jacksonville University, but was unable to grab a win out of the four-game series. Rhode Island had a lead built during the second game of Saturday’s doubleheader, but were walked off in the bottom of the seventh inning on a game-winning groundout by first-year catcher Griffin Pomper. For more, read Charlie Adams’ recap (page 8, rhodycigar.com).
Softball
FINAL (2/13): URI 3-2 Marist University
FINAL (2/13): East Texas A&M University 1-0 URI
FINAL (2/15): Missouri State University 4-1 URI
Rhode Island was scheduled for five games this week, but the two games on Saturday were cancelled due to weather conditions. The Rams were able to get the job done in their first game against Marist with some late-game heroics by third-year infielder Riley Frickleton, who knocked in a walk-off single in the bottom of the seventh inning. The Rams went on to lose their next two games to East Texas A&M and Missouri State. For more, read Tyler Powell’s recap (page 10, rhodycigar.com).
Men’s Basketball
FINAL (2/14): Fordham University 70-66 URI
FINAL (2/17): URI 81-76 Saint Louis University
Rhode Island looked dominant on Saturday in the first half against Fordham, having a lead as high as 12 points. Seventh-year guard Tyler Cochran also did not miss a shot from the field in the first half. Rhode Island led Fordham by seven going into halftime. But in the second half, fourth-year guard Dejour Reaves erupted for Fordham and was able to lead a comeback. Fordham was down to its last possession, down by three in regulation, but was able to find first-year forward Roor Akhuar on the wing, who banked in a three to tie the game and send it to overtime. Fordham was able to hang on in overtime and give Rhode Island its second loss in a row.
Rhode Island was able to bounce back in a big way on Tuesday night, where the Rams took on No. 18-ranked Saint Louis. The Rams were able to best the Billikens 81-76. Fourth-year guard Jonah Hinton led the way with 29 points, behind a program record-tying nine three-pointers. Sixth-year guard Myles Corey was also huge down the stretch and went a perfect 11-11 at the free-throw line. For more, read Michael Petraske’s recaps (page 1/12, rhodycigar.com).
Women’s Basketball
FINAL (2/14): URI 79-63 George Mason University
FINAL (2/18): La Salle University 63-59 URI
The Rams continued their hot streak on the road against George Mason. Rhode Island was led by fourth-year guard Brooklyn Gray, who led the way with 30 points on Saturday. Other Rams contributing were third-year guard Sophia Vital and first-year guard Vanessa Harris, who each put up 11 points.
The Rams walked into La Salle with an undefeated record in conference play, but La Salle was ready. The Explorers were able to upset the Rams with a great effort from second-year Joan Quinn, with a game-high 21 points. For more, read Abby LePage’s recap (page 12, rhodycigar.com).
Women’s Lacrosse
FINAL (2/14): URI 14-10 Rider University
FINAL (2/18): Stonehill College 12-9 URI
The Rams were able to pick up their first win of the season on Saturday with a big help from their offense. Third-year attacker Caralie Basuel led the way for the Rams with seven goals and one assist in the game.
Rhode Island walked into Stonehill looking for its second win of the season. The Skyhawks were able to rally and take down the Rams with the help of fourth-year attacker Grace Murphy and her four goals. For more, read Emma Roberts’ recap (page 11, rhodycigar.com).
Men’s Track and Field
David Hemery Valentine Invitational (2/13)
URI Coaches Invitational (2/14)
On Friday, Rhode Island competed in the David Hemery Valentine Invitational. Third-year runner Nick Martin set a program record in the mile with a time of 3:59.070. Fourth-year runner Antonio Capalbo finished 10th in the 1,000-meter run, crossing the finish line at 2:25.67.
Rhode Island celebrated senior day on Saturday, and the Rams were able to achieve several top finishes across seven events. Third-year Alex Arbogast finished second in the 60-meter with a time of 6.91 seconds. Second-year Maddox Jordan won the 1,000-meter with a time of 2:25.32, and fifth-year Izzy Henriques-Setho finished second in 2:26.12. Sixth-year Matt Santy was victorious in the high jump, clearing 2.09 meters. For more, read Gordon Billings’ recap (page 9, rhodycigar.com).
Women’s Track and Field
David Hemery Valentine Classic (2/14)
URI Coaches Invitational (2/14)
At the David Hemery Valentine Classic, fourth-year Lily Saul was able to beat her own school record in the 800 with a time of 2:04.57. Saul finished 12th overall and was the sixth collegiate athlete to cross the line. At the URI Coaches Invitational, second-year Lily MacDonald won the long jump with a final mark of 17’ 8.25”. Second-year Macy Daigle won the high jump with a final mark of 5’ 5”. Third-year Abigail Coella won the 400-meter dash with a time of 57.13. Second-year Kelsey Wolff won the 800-meter with a time of 2:15.59. For more, read Marco Campopiano’s recap (page 9, rhodycigar.com).
Women’s Tennis
FINAL (2/15): New Jersey Institute of Technology 5-2 URI
The Rams were able to get wins from second-year Anastasia Pettersson and first-year Kajsa Helgesen in singles play. NJIT took the doubles point, as well as the top three singles matches, to secure the victory. For more, read Benjamin Doucette’s recap (rhodycigar.com).
