Pride Suffer Second Straight Loss in Midweek Matchup

Six-run fifth inning propels St. John's to victory over Hofstra baseball

Apr. 18, 2026 at 6:19pm

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The Hofstra University baseball team traveled to Queens on Tuesday, April 14, to face off against St. John's University. Despite taking an early lead, the Pride were unable to hold on as the Red Storm scored six runs in the fifth inning to secure a 10-7 victory.

Why it matters

This loss marks the second straight defeat for the Pride, who are now 11-19 on the season. The game highlights the challenges Hofstra has faced in maintaining leads and closing out close contests, an area they will need to improve as they look to turn their season around.

The details

Hofstra starting pitcher Sean Hamilton struggled, allowing three runs in just two innings of work. The Pride offense did jump out to an early 2-0 lead, but St. John's responded with three runs in the second inning to take the lead. Hofstra regained the advantage with a five-run fifth inning, only to see the Red Storm answer with a six-run frame of their own to pull ahead for good.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
  • Hofstra had just lost a series against Stony Brook University prior to this matchup.

The players

Sean Hamilton

The Hofstra starting pitcher, who entered the game with an 0-4 record and 8.80 ERA.

Nick Gilpin

The St. John's starting pitcher, making his first career start with a 1.80 ERA.

Jon LeGrande

The St. John's leadoff hitter, who opened the game with a double and scored two runs.

Nate Lynn

The Hofstra player who drove in a run with a single in the second inning.

Shaun McMillian

The St. John's player who hit a two-run home run in the fifth inning.

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What they’re saying

“This was a tough loss, but we have to put it behind us and focus on bouncing back this weekend against UNC-Wilmington.”

— Nate Lynn, Hofstra Player

What’s next

The Pride will look to rebound as they travel to North Carolina for a weekend series against UNC-Wilmington, with the first game scheduled for Friday, April 17 at 6 p.m.

The takeaway

This game highlights the inconsistency that has plagued the Hofstra baseball team this season, as they were unable to hold onto an early lead against a conference opponent. The Pride will need to find a way to close out close games if they hope to turn their season around and make a push for the postseason.