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Endicott Baseball Team Secures No. 1 Seed at Division III College World Series

The Endicott baseball team is gearing up for the Division III College World Series as the No. 1 seed, with an impressive record of 46-2. The tournament is set to kick off on May 31 at Classic Auto Group Park in Eastlake, promising an exciting week of baseball action.

Led by head coach Bryan Haley, the Endicott Gulls have been dominant throughout the season, showcasing their talent and determination on the field. Players to watch include INF/DH Brendan O’Neil, who has hit 16 home runs and driven in 54 RBIs with a batting average of .284, and SP Jordan Gottesman, boasting an 11-0 record with a 3.04 ERA and 104 strikeouts.

The tournament format is double-elimination, adding an extra layer of intensity and competitiveness to the games. The May 31 schedule includes matchups between Pomona-Pitzer and Misericordia, Endicott and Lynchburg, Salve Regina and Birmingham Southern, as well as Wisconsin-Whitewater and Randolph Macon.

With teams like Salve Regina, Wisconsin-Whitewater, and Pomona-Pitzer also vying for the championship title, the Division III College World Series promises to be a thrilling event for baseball fans. Stay tuned for updates and highlights as the top teams battle it out on the diamond for ultimate glory.