Penn State Harrisburg surged ahead 3-0 in the nightcap, capitalizing on scoring opportunities in the first, second, and fourth innings. However, Arcadia quickly rallied, with Tommy Ajjan igniting the Knights' offense in the bottom of the sixth inning by driving in Eli Savitt with a sacrifice fly.
The Knights continued their comeback in the seventh inning, as Emilio Pallante and Solomon Griffith delivered clutch run-scoring singles, bringing home Thomas Strauch and Pallante, respectively, to tie the game.
Arcadia seized their first lead in the eighth inning when Ajjan crossed the plate on a wild pitch, setting the stage for a thrilling finale.
Despite Penn State Harrisburg's efforts to level the score in the top of the ninth, Sot's timely single plated Anthony Bruno, clinching the dramatic victory for the Knights.
On the mound, Will Conroy took the starting role for Arcadia in the second contest, displaying resilience despite surrendering three runs (though none earned) over four innings of work.
With the series split, both teams now gear up for the decisive third game as they head to Middletown on Monday to complete their three-game set.
Elsewhere, on a picturesque afternoon at Diamond Nation, Eastern engaged in a thrilling doubleheader against Muhlenberg, ultimately splitting the series in two captivating contests.
Despite a disappointing loss in game one, where the Eagles surrendered a two-run lead in the seventh inning to fall 6-5, they rallied fiercely in game two, securing a resounding 9-0 triumph.
Sophomore standout Thomas Kozlusky, alongside first-year talents Robert Del Buono and Matthew Gonglik, showcased their prowess with stellar performances at the plate. Together, they amassed an impressive tally of eight hits, seven runs scored, two home runs, and seven RBIs.
In the nightcap, pitcher Sean Cottrell delivered a masterclass on the mound for the Eagles. He demonstrated exceptional control, scattering five hits over six scoreless innings while striking out eight batters without issuing a single walk. Cottrell's stellar dropped his ERA to 3.60 across 15 innings of work this season.
In Other Action
Penn State-Abington vs. Concordia (In Progress)
Wittenberg 6, Immaculata 5
NYU 9, Haverford 4
Haverford 14, NYU 8
Rutgers-Camden 13, Rosemont 0
Swarthmore 14, Ramapo 8
Swarthmore 6, Ramapo 5
Ursinus 4, Delaware Valley 3
