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Phillip Glasser gets set in the field. The 24-year-old continued his hot streak on Sunday, June 9. going 4-5 at the plate with a home run and two RBIs. - Sunday, June 9, 2024 / Photo via Ryan Griffith

Blue Rocks drop series finale against Renegades, experience offensive woes despite Glasser’s big day

Nick Rizzo
June 22, 2024
T.J. White loads up at the plate. The 20-year-old went 1-2 with an RBI double in Game 2 of the Blue Rocks' doubleheader against the Renegades. - Thursday, June 6, 2024 / Photo via Payton Tuorto

Blue Rocks split second doubleheader of the week against Renegades

Nick Rizzo
June 20, 2024
Maxwell Romero Jr. celebrates after crushing his third home run of the year. - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 / Photo via Ryan Griffith

Blue Rocks lose seventh consecutive game as offensive struggles continue

Nick Rizzo
May 21, 2024
Johnathon Thomas at the plate. Thomas was a key contributor in the Blue Rocks' win on Saturday, April 20. - Wednesday, April 17, 2024 / Photo via Payton Tuorto

Blue Rocks continue hot start at home, secure series win over Drive

Nick Rizzo
April 24, 2024
The Blue Rocks swarm Jared McKenzie following his second straight walk-off. - Sunday, April 7, 2024 / Photo via Payton Tuorto

Jared McKenzie is inevitable: Blue Rocks walk-off Cyclones for the second straight game

Nick Rizzo
April 10, 2024
Chris Clarke at the free-throw line. The 28-year-old scored 17 points and dished out six assists off the bench in Saturday's loss. - Friday, Nov. 10, 2023 - Photo via Payton Tuorto

Delaware Blue Coats plagued by slow start in second leg of back-to-back against Birmingham Squadron

Nick Rizzo
March 20, 2024
Kenneth Lofton Jr. goes up for a layup. Lofton recorded a game-high 43 points in the win on Friday. - Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024. - Photo via Payton Tuorto

Kenneth Lofton Jr. leads the Delaware Blue Coats to a back-to-back sweep over the Grand Rapids Gold

Nick Rizzo
February 28, 2024
Jarron Cumberland rises to the rim. The 26-year-old cashed in the game-winner on Friday, Feb. 9 against the Spurs. - Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024. - Photo via Payton Tuorto

Delaware Blue Coats win third straight game in walk-off fashion

Nick Rizzo
February 14, 2024
Ricky Council IV steps to the free throw line. Council recorded 23 points in the regular season opener. - Friday, Dec. 15, 2023. - Photo via Payton Tuorto

Delaware Blue Coats start the regular season off with a win

Nick Rizzo
January 8, 2024
Aminu Mohammed guards Keifer Sykes. Mohammed grabbed five rebounds off the bench for the Blue Coats. - Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2023. - Photo via Payton Tuorto

Delaware Blue Coats get back over .500 after win over Long Island Nets

Nick Rizzo
December 6, 2023
Derek Culver gets ready to shoot a free throw. Culver helped the Blue Coats shut down Skyhawks' center Chris Silva on Saturday. - Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. - Photo via Payton Tuorto

Delaware Blue Coats bounce back with 106-94 victory over the College Park Skyhawks

Nick Rizzo
November 29, 2023
Andrew Alvarez greeted by the dugout before his start. Sunday, August 6, 2023. - Photo via @WilmBlueRocks on X, formerly known as Twitter.

Blue Rocks drop last game of homestand to Renegades 3-1

Nick Rizzo
August 15, 2023
First basemen Brandon Boissiere and second-basemen Viandel Pena communicating on the diamond. Wednesday, August 2, 2023. - Staff Photographer / Joe Capuyan

Blue Rocks bats fall quiet in 3-0 loss to Hudson Valley

Nick Rizzo
August 4, 2023
Nationals 15th ranked prospect Dylan Lile gets settled in during his first homestand with the Blue Rocks. Wednesday, July 19, 2023. - Staff Photographer / Joe Capuyan

Transactions shake up Blue Rocks lineup in first homestand post All-Star Break

Nick Rizzo
July 26, 2023
Kyle Luckham delivers to home plate. Sunday July 9th, 2023. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Cyclones beat Blue Rocks 7-2 in series finale

Nick Rizzo
July 12, 2023
Nick Shumpert celebrates his homerun. Thursday, July 6, 2023. - Staff Photographer / Joe Capuyan

Blue Rocks valiant effort not enough as losing streak continues

Nick Rizzo
July 9, 2023
Blue Rocks shortstop Erick Mejia receives a throw from the catcher to catch a runner stealing second. Thursday, May 25, 2023. Staff Photographer / Joe Capuyan

Blue Rocks hot offense not enough in 10-8 loss to Renegades

Nick Rizzo
May 26, 2023
Jeremy De La Rosa is swarmed by teammates after his walk-off RBI single in the 10th inning and completing the comeback. Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Staff Photographer / Joe Capuyan

Rocks rally late in electric comeback against Renegades

Nick Rizzo
May 25, 2023
Blue Rocks outfielder Jacob Young went 4-4 with a walk on Saturday. Friday, May 12th, 2023. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Jacob Young’s big night fuels Blue Rocks second walk-off win in a row

Nick Rizzo
May 15, 2023
Second basemen Viandel Pena's custom Rawlings Heart of the Hide, Sunday April 16th, 2023. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Blue Rocks return home victorious in 7-3 win over IronBirds

Nick Rizzo
April 26, 2023
Kyle Luckham makes his way off the mound after his first inning as a starter. Saturday, April 15, 2023. - Photo / Joe Capuyan

Blue Rocks’ pitching holds Crawdads dormant in 3-2 victory

Nick Rizzo
April 16, 2023
Zach Grace gets ready to pitch. Grace threw a complete game shutout and struck out 12 in Rowan's Game 1 victory. Sunday, April 2, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Baseball picks up two crucial conference wins against Montclair State

Nick Rizzo
April 12, 2023
Frawley Stadium boasts partly cloudy skies in their home opener in Wilmington, Deleware. - Features Editor / Drew Peltzman

Blue Rocks fall short in home opener versus Crawdads 3-2

Nick Rizzo
April 12, 2023
Anthony Schooley gets ready to hit. Schooley recorded three hits, RBIs, and runs in Tuesday's win. Sunday, April 2, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Baseball overcomes 9-0 deficit to end three-game losing streak

Nick Rizzo
April 6, 2023
Anthony Schooley gets ready to hit. Schooley drove in five runs against Swarthmore. Sunday, April 10, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Baseball takes down Swarthmore for eighth consecutive win

Nick Rizzo
March 29, 2023
Dylan Maria throws a pitch. Maria hit two home runs and drove in six runs in the Profs three games against Virginia Wesleyan. Sunday, April 10, 2023. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Baseball opens the season with an offensive outburst

Nick Rizzo
March 8, 2023
Ryan Murphy steps into the batters box. Murphy looks to build off last year's strong season. Sunday, April 10, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Baseball goes into 2023 campaign with NJAC Championship aspirations

Nick Rizzo
March 2, 2023
Louis King dribbles past a defender. King was a leading contributor in both games against the Cruise despite their losses. Friday, Feb. 24, 2023. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Delaware Blue Coats drop second game in a row to Motor City Cruise

Nick Rizzo
March 1, 2023
Louis King controls the ball while being guarded. King was one of the leading scorers against College Park. Monday, Feb. 13, 2023. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Delaware Blue Coats keep the momentum flowing against College Park Skyhawks

Nick Rizzo
February 22, 2023
Marcellus Ross goes up for a layup. Ross has been one of the top contributors both last season and this year. Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rizzo: Rowan Men’s Basketball are hungry for redemption in NJAC playoffs

Nick Rizzo
February 16, 2023
Michael Foster Jr. dunks the ball. Foster Jr. dropped 14 points on the historic night for the Blue Coats. Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Delaware Blue Coats set franchise record for highest game point total

Nick Rizzo
February 13, 2023
Mac McClung goes for a layup. McClung was the leading scorer against the Wisconsin Herd. Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Lee Kotzen

Mac McClung drops 40 points in Delaware Blue Coats 153-132 victory

Nick Rizzo
January 22, 2023
Nicole Mallard passes the ball to Eilana Santana. Santana led the team in points against NJCU. Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Women’s Basketball unable to defeat reigning NJAC Champions

Nick Rizzo
January 7, 2023
Louis King takes a jump shot. King made his debut against the Vipers. Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Delaware Blue Coats drop matchup in the regular season

Nick Rizzo
December 30, 2022
Michael Foster takes a jump shot. Foster led the way in scoring against the Westchester Knicks. Friday, Dec. 9, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Delaware Blue Coats drop third game in a row

Nick Rizzo
December 23, 2022
Julian Champagnie goes for a contested jump shot. Champagnie had a career-high night against the Capital City Go-Go. Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Delaware Blue Coats drop second game in a row to Capital City Go-Go

Nick Rizzo
November 14, 2022
James Fara runs the ball. Fara ran for 124 yard against Montclair State. Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. - Staff Photgrapher / Tyrese Williams

Rowan Football defeats final NJAC opponent of the season

Nick Rizzo
November 10, 2022
Mike Husni prepares for the snap. Husni recorded over 200 yards against Salisbury. Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Rowan Football falls just short against Salisbury

Nick Rizzo
November 3, 2022
James Fara runs the ball. Fara led the team in rushing against Kean. Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Rowan Football Takes Down Kean in Homecoming Matchup

Nick Rizzo
October 26, 2022
Mike Husni runs the ball. Husni scored the only two touchdowns of the game for Rowan against William Paterson. Saturday, Sep. 24, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Rowan Football Defeats William Paterson in Low-Scoring Battle

Nick Rizzo
October 19, 2022
Mike Husni and John Maldonado celebrate after a touchdown. The QB and WR have been playing together for four years now. Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021. - Staff Photographer / Joey Nicolo

The QB-WR Connection Between Rowan Football’s Mike Husni and John Maldonado

Nick Rizzo
October 13, 2022
Jake Hurler attempts a field goal. Hurler kicked the game-winning field goal against TCNJ. Friday, Oct. 7, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Jarquil Young

Rowan Football Defeats TCNJ in Friday Night Lights Matchup

Nick Rizzo
October 12, 2022
James Fara runs the ball up field. Fara ran for 99 yards and two touchdowns against Christopher Newport. Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Rowan Football Unable to Defeat First NJAC Opponent of the Season

Nick Rizzo
October 5, 2022
Rowan defenders bring down a Salve Regina player. Rowan dropped their first game of the season to Salve Regina. Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Rowan Football Drops First Home Game of the Season

Nick Rizzo
September 29, 2022
John Maldonado makes a touchdown catch. Maldonado caught the winning touchdown pass this past weekend against Springfield. Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Football Gets Their Revenge Against Springfield College

Nick Rizzo
September 14, 2022
Mike Husni hands off the ball. Husni led his team to victory on Saturday and earned himself weekly NJAC honors. Saturday, September 4, 2021. - Photo / Joey Nicolo

Rowan Football Comes out Strong Against Widener University in Season Opener

Nick Rizzo
September 9, 2022
Rowan football runs onto the field before a game last season. Many of the players from 2021 are returning for the 2022 season. Saturday, September 4, 2021. - Photo / Joey Nicolo

Rowan Football’s Squad of Returning Players set High Hopes for 2022 Season

Nick Rizzo
September 3, 2022
Mitchell Parker in his pitching motion. Parker was handed the loss on Friday night against Aberdeen. Friday, August 26, 2022. - Photo / Joey Nicolo, Wilmington Blue Rocks Photographer

Wilmington Blue Rocks Struggle on Both Sides of the Field in Return Home

Nick Rizzo
August 27, 2022
Jose A. Ferrer throws a pitch during a June outing. Ferrer would be handed the loss on Sunday afternoon after giving up the game-winning home run. Friday, June 17, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Unable to Secure Series Victory Against Brooklyn Cyclones

Nick Rizzo
August 17, 2022
Jose Sánchez swings at a pitch earlier this season. Sánchez reached on base multiple times and had an RBI in the Blue Rocks victory over the Cyclones Tuesday night. Tuesday, July 26, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Ashley Craven

Wilmington Blue Rocks Offense Explode in the Eighth Inning to Defeat Brooklyn Cyclones

Nick Rizzo
August 11, 2022
Jordy Barley swings at a pitch earlier this season. Barley hit his second home run of the year in the Blue Rocks Sunday afternoon victory. Sunday, May 29, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Ashley Craven

Wilmington Blue Rocks Bounce Back to Finish Jersey Shore BlueClaws Series on a High Note

Nick Rizzo
August 2, 2022
Jose Sánchez swings during an at-bat. The Blue Rock only recorded six hits in their loss to Jersey Shore on Friday night. Friday, July 29, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Go Scoreless on Through Two Games Friday Night

Nick Rizzo
July 30, 2022
Darren Baker swings at a pitch. Baker and the Blue Rock struggled to capitalize with runners in scoring in their loss Friday night. Friday, July 1, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Fail to Drive-In Runs Against Jersey Shore BlueClaws

Nick Rizzo
July 2, 2022
Darren Baker is called out on first earlier this season. Baker recorded one of the only three hits for the Blue Rocks in their loss Wednesday night. Saturday, June 18, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Unable to get Offensive Going Against Jersey Shore BlueClaws

Nick Rizzo
July 2, 2022
Tim Cate delivered his pitch. Cate pitched seven scoreless innings in the Blue Rocks 1-0 victory on Thursday night. Friday, June 17, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks’ Tim Cate Outlast Aberdeen IronBirds’ Matt Harvey in Pitching Duel

Nick Rizzo
June 30, 2022
Rodney Theophile throws a pitch. Theophile would start on the mound in game one of the doubleheader and be handed the loss. Wednesday, April 15, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Split Doubleheader with Brooklyn Cyclones

Nick Rizzo
June 29, 2022
Tim Cate throws a pitch. Cate would be handed the loss in the Blue Rocks 5-2 defeat on Friday night. Friday, May 20. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Battle Back-and-Forth with the Jersey Shore BlueClaws

Nick Rizzo
May 22, 2022
Drew Mendoza as he finished his swing. Mendoza went 3-4 in the series' first game against the Jersey Shore BlueClaws on Tuesday night. Saturday, April 28, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Start Off Hot Against Jersey Shore BlueClaws

Nick Rizzo
May 18, 2022
Seth Shuman throws a pitch against Bowling Green. Shuman was the starting pitcher in game two of the doubleheader. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Wilmington Blue Rocks Split Double-Header Against Bowling Green Hot Rods

Nick Rizzo
May 13, 2022
Ryan Murphy at the end of his swinging motion earlier this season. Despite the loss on Tuesday, Murphy went 5-6 at the plate. Sunday, April 10, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Baseball Loses First Matchup in NJAC Playoffs

Nick Rizzo
May 6, 2022
Ryan Mostrangeli up to bat earlier this season. Against Rutgers-Camden on Friday, he recorded two hits, one run, and three RBIs. Sunday, April 10, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Baseball has Strong Day at the Plate Against Rutgers-Camden

Nick Rizzo
April 26, 2022
Drew Mendoza and the team celebrating after the game. Mendoza hit a walk-off single to capture the 3-2 victory. Saturday, April 23, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Drew Mendoza Hits Walk-Off RBI to Secure Victory for Wilmington Blue Rocks

Nick Rizzo
April 24, 2022
Mitchell Parker throwing a pitch. Parker had nine strikeouts on Wednesday night. Wednesday, April 20, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Ashley Craven

Strong Pitching Leads to Wilmington Blue Rocks Victory

Nick Rizzo
April 21, 2022
Anthony Schooley up to bat against NJCU. When facing Penn State Abington, he recorded one hit and one RBI. Sunday, April 10, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Baseball Remains Resilient to Win 9-7 Over Penn State Abington

Nick Rizzo
April 13, 2022
Ryan Murphy sliding back to first base earlier this season. Murphy was recently named NJAC Player of the Week. Wednesday, March 30, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Tyrese Williams

Rowan Baseball Gets Hot as They Head Into NJAC Play

Nick Rizzo
April 6, 2022
Anthony Schooley after a hit against York last week. Against Penn State-Harrisburg on Wednesday, Schooley went 2-3 with one walk and four RBIs. Tuesday, March 22, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Baseball Picks up Victory in a High-Scoring Battle

Nick Rizzo
March 30, 2022
Eli Atiya throwing a pitch against York College. Atiya recorded three strikeouts in the seven innings he pitched on Tuesday afternoon. Tuesday, March 22, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Baseball Dominates in Their First Home Game of the Season

Nick Rizzo
March 23, 2022
Ryan Murphy up at bat. Murphy played a big role offensively this past weekend. - Photo / Nick Feldman

Rowan Baseball Picks up Two Victories in Virginia

Nick Rizzo
March 9, 2022
Eli Atiya throwing a pitch. Atiya has been named on of Rowan baseball's captains this season. Photo / Rebecca Wheeler via Rowan Athletics

Rowan Baseball Looks to Improve off Their Successful 2021 Campaign

Nick Rizzo
March 2, 2022
A Rowan men's swimmer pacing the pool. The Profs finished second at METS this season. Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Swimming & Diving Finishes Second at the Metropolitan Conference Championships

Nick Rizzo
February 23, 2022
A Rowan swimmer prior to a race. Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Head Coach Brad Bowser’s Impact on the Rowan Men’s Swimming & Diving Team

Nick Rizzo
February 16, 2022
A Rowan men's swimmer during a meet. Rowan men's swimming ended this season undefeated in dual meets. Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022. - Staff Photographer / Ashley Craven

Rowan Men’s Swimming & Diving Finish the Undefeated Regular Season

Nick Rizzo
February 15, 2022
Kevin Yanagisawa swimming the butterfly. Yanagisawa has had a very successful career during his time at Rowan. Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Kevin Yanagisawa’s Role on the Rowan Men’s Swimming & Diving Team

Nick Rizzo
February 2, 2022
Andrew Seager following threw his free throw. Seager had 14 points in Rowan's Monday night victory over William Paterson. Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Basketball Gets Back in the Win Column After Defeating William Paterson

Nick Rizzo
February 2, 2022
A Rowan swimmer during a race. Rowan would defeat TCNJ on Saturday to be named NJAC Champions. Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022. - Multimedia Editor / Lee Kotzen

Rowan Men’s Swimming & Diving Win Their Fifth NJAC Championship in the Past Six Years

Nick Rizzo
January 26, 2022
A Rowan men's swimmer during a meet. Rowan finished third at the WPI Gompei Invitational last weekend. Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. - Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan Men’s Swimming has Multiple First Place Finishes at the WPI Gompei Invitational

Nick Rizzo
December 8, 2021
Rowan's Nicole Mallard taking a three. Mallard would record a game high 20 points in Rowan's win over Kean on Saturday afternoon. Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021. - Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan Women’s Basketball Continues Their Winning Streak at Home

Nick Rizzo
December 8, 2021
A Rowan swimmer swimming during a relay earlier this season. Rowan will now head to the WPI Gompei Invitational this weekend. Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. - Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan Men’s Swimming Heads to the WPI Gompei Invitational

Nick Rizzo
December 1, 2021
Rowan's Jay Vandermark going to kick the ball during their first round matchup. Vandermark would score the first and game winning goal in Rowan's 2-0 win. Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. - Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan Men’s Soccer Shuts Out Mount Saint Vincent in Their First Round NCAA Tournament Matchup

Nick Rizzo
November 17, 2021
Rowan's James Yates in position to start his backstroke. Rowan swimming & diving would go undefeated this weekend in their two meets. Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. - Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan Men’s Swimming & Diving Picks up Victories During Both Their Meets This Past Weekend

Nick Rizzo
November 11, 2021
A Rowan swimmer during a meet earlier this season. Rowan Swimming has two meets this weekend. Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. - Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan Men’s Swimming & Diving Prepares for Their Two-Meet Weekend

Nick Rizzo
November 5, 2021
Rowan's Wilby Alfred dribbling the ball during a game earlier this season. Alfred would score the only goal in Rowan's 1-0 NJAC Playoff win over Stockton this past weekend. Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021. - Multimedia Editor / Nick Feldman

Rowan Men’s Soccer Defeats Stockton Behind a Wilby Alfred Goal to Advance to the NJAC Semifinals

Nick Rizzo
November 2, 2021
Rowan's Joe Rucci during a meet earlier in his career. Rucci would win both his individual races in Rowan's first meet on the season last Saturday. - Photo / Rowan Athletics.

Rowan Men’s Swimming & Diving Wins Their First Meet of the Season

Nick Rizzo
October 29, 2021
Kevin Gillooly competing in back stroke. Gillooly and the team will return to action this weekend. - Photo / Rowan Athletics.

Rowan Men’s Swimming & Diving Returns to Action This Weekend After Almost two Years

Nick Rizzo
October 20, 2021
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