The University of Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks baseball team encountered a setback in their season series opener against Virginia Military Institute, falling to the Keydets at Gray-Minor Stadium in Lexington, Virginia.
The game took place on February 14, 2025, marking an early season matchup for both teams as they continue their respective campaigns.
While the Hawks were unable to secure a victory in the series opener, there were individual bright spots in the performance. Notably, Aponte delivered a strong offensive showing, collecting multiple hits during the contest.
This marks Aponte’s second multi-hit performance of the young season, demonstrating consistent production at the plate despite the team’s struggles in this particular game.
The Hawks will look to bounce back and even the series as they continue their road trip against VMI in the coming days.
