Marist Baseball Schedule Hints At A Pivotal Season Ahead
- 01. Marist Baseball 2026 Schedule: Complete Game Dates, Opponents, and Key Matchups
- 02. Season Overview and Key Facts
- 03. 2026 Schedule by Month
- 04. February 2026: Season Opener in Tennessee
- 05. March 2026: Home Opener and MAAC Play Begins
- 06. April 2026: Road-Heavy MAAC Conference Play
- 07. May 2026: Final Homestand and MAAC Championship
- 08. Matchups That Could Define the Season
- 09. Top 5 Defining Matchups
- 10. Home Venues and Game Times
- 11. FAqs About Marist Baseball Schedule
- 12. How This Aligns with Marist Educational Values
Marist Baseball 2026 Schedule: Complete Game Dates, Opponents, and Key Matchups
The 2026 Marist baseball schedule features 53 games beginning Friday, February 13th against East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, TN, with 23 home games (12 at Heritage Financial Park and 11 at McCann Baseball Field) and 30 road games spanning through the MAAC Championship tournament May 20-23 at Heritage Financial Park.
Season Overview and Key Facts
The Red Foxes compete in NCAA Division 1 as members of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), playing 11 conference series during the 2026 season. Head coach Tom交流与合作 leads a roster emphasizing educational rigor and student-focused outcomes that align with Marist values of holistic development.
- Total games: 53 (23 home, 30 road)
- Season start: February 13, 2026 at ETSU
- Regular season end: May 15, 2026 vs Bryant
- MAAC Championship: May 20-23, 2026 at Heritage Financial Park
- Home venues: Heritage Financial Park (12 games) + McCann Baseball Field (11 games)
2026 Schedule by Month
February 2026: Season Opener in Tennessee
The Red Foxes begin their spring training circuit with three-game series against SoCon Champion ETSU and SEC powerhouse Vanderbilt before heading to North Carolina for Purdue.
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 13 (Fri) | at East Tennessee State | Johnson City, TN | 2:00 PM | L 5-6 |
| Feb 14 (Sat) DH | at East Tennessee State | Johnson City, TN | 12:00 PM | L 5-7 |
| Feb 14 (Sat) DH | at East Tennessee State | Johnson City, TN | 4:00 PM | L 2-7 |
| Feb 20 (Fri) | at Vanderbilt | Nashville, TN | 3:00 PM | L 5-16 |
| Feb 21 (Sat) | at Vanderbilt | Nashville, TN | 3:00 PM | L 1-12 |
| Feb 22 (Sun) | at Vanderbilt | Nashville, TN | 2:00 PM | L 1-8 |
| Feb 27 (Fri) | Purdue | Holly Springs, NC | 4:00 PM | L 4-9 |
| Feb 28 (Sat) DH | Purdue | Holly Springs, NC | 1:00 PM | L 10-11 |
| Feb 28 (Sat) DH | Purdue | Holly Springs, NC | 5:00 PM | L 2-8 |
| Mar 1 (Sun) | Purdue | Holly Springs, NC | 1:00 PM | L 1-18 |
March 2026: Home Opener and MAAC Play Begins
Marist returns home for their home opener at Heritage Financial Park on March 4th against Hofstra, followed by the first MAAC conference series against Manhattan March 6-8.
- March 4: vs Hofstra (Canceled) - Heritage Financial Park, 3:00 PM
- March 6-8: vs Manhattan (3-game MAAC series) - Heritage Financial Park
- March 11: at St. John's (midweek) - Queens, NY, 3:00 PM
- March 13-15: vs Saint Peter's (3-game MAAC series) - Heritage Financial Park
- March 17: at FDU (midweek) - Teaneck, NJ, 3:00 PM
- March 18: at Fordham (midweek) - New York, NY, 2:00 PM
- March 20-22: at Iona (3-game MAAC series) - New Rochelle, NY
- March 25: vs St. John's (midweek) - Heritage Financial Park, 3:00 PM
- March 27-29: vs Siena (3-game MAAC series) - Heritage Financial Park
- March 31: vs NJIT (midweek) - McCann Baseball Field, 3:00 PM
April 2026: Road-Heavy MAAC Conference Play
The Red Foxes embark on a nine-game road trip mid-month visiting Rutgers, Niagara, Army, Merrimack, and UAlbany before returning home for Quinnipiac.
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2 (Thu) | at Rider | Lawrenceville, NJ | 3:00 PM | L 2-9 |
| Apr 3 (Fri) | at Rider | Lawrenceville, NJ | 1:00 PM | W 8-3 |
| Apr 4 (Sat) | at Rider | Lawrenceville, NJ | 12:00 PM | L 3-9 |
| Apr 7 (Tue) | at Wagner | Staten Island, NY | 3:30 PM | Canceled |
| Apr 10-12 | vs Quinnipiac | McCann Baseball Field | Fri 3:00 PM | Scheduled |
| Apr 14 (Tue) | at Rutgers | Piscataway, NJ | 6:00 PM | Scheduled |
| Apr 17-19 | at Niagara | Niagara Falls, NY | Fri 3:00 PM | Scheduled |
| Apr 21 (Tue) | at Army | West Point, NY | 4:00 PM | Scheduled |
| Apr 24-26 | at Merrimack | North Andover, MA | Fri 3:00 PM | Scheduled |
| Apr 28 (Tue) | at UAlbany | Albany, NY | 3:00 PM | Scheduled |
May 2026: Final Homestand and MAAC Championship
Marist concludes the regular season with four home games against Sacred Heart and Bryant, then hosts the MAAC Championship tournament at Heritage Financial Park.
- May 1-3: vs Sacred Heart (3-game MAAC series) - McCann Baseball Field
- May 5: vs UAlbany (midweek) - McCann Baseball Field, 12:00 PM
- May 8-10: at Fairfield (3-game MAAC series vs reigning champion) - Fairfield, CT
- May 14-15: vs Bryant (doubleheader May 15) - McCann Baseball Field
- May 20-23: MAAC Championship Tournament - Heritage Financial Park
Matchups That Could Define the Season
Several pivotal conference matchups will determine MAAC tournament seeding and potential NCAA regional selection.
Top 5 Defining Matchups
| Priority | Game | Date | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | vs Siena (3-game series) | Mar 27-29 | MAAC powerhouse at home; early conference statement |
| 2 | at Fairfield (reigning champion) | May 8-10 | Final road test vs defending MAAC titans |
| 3 | vs Manhattan (first MAAC series) | Mar 6-8 | Set tone for conference play; local rivalry |
| 4 | at Niagara (weekend series) | Apr 17-19 | Critical mid-April conference road series |
| 5 | MAAC Championship Tournament | May 20-23 | Automatic NCAA bid on the line |
Home Venues and Game Times
Marist splits home games between two venues: Heritage Financial Park (home of the Hudson Valley Renegades, 12 games) and McCann Baseball Field on campus (11 games).
Most weekend games start at 12:00 PM or 3:00 PM, with midweek games typically at 3:00 PM or 6:00 PM.
FAqs About Marist Baseball Schedule
How This Aligns with Marist Educational Values
The Red Foxes baseball program exemplifies Marist education's commitment to combining athletic excellence with character formation, mirroring the holistic approach Marist schools apply across Brazil and Latin America. Student-athletes balance academic rigor with competitive sport, embodying the Marist mission of forming leaders through community, discipline, and service.
"The Red Foxes will play 53 games during the 2026 season, demonstrating the endurance and dedication central to Marist pedagogy."
For school administrators seeking models of values-driven athletics, Marist baseball's integration of competitive excellence with educational mission offers measurable insights into student development outcomes.
What are the most common questions about Marist Baseball Schedule Hints At A Pivotal Season Ahead?
When does Marist baseball 2026 season start?
The 2026 Marist baseball season begins Friday, February 13th at 2:00 PM at East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, TN.
How many games does Marist baseball play in 2026?
The Red Foxes play 53 total games: 23 home games and 30 road games, including 11 MAAC conference series.
Where are Marist baseball home games played?
Home games are split between Heritage Financial Park (12 games in Watch Hill, RI) and McCann Baseball Field on the Poughkeepsie campus (11 games).
When is Marist baseball home opener 2026?
The home opener is Wednesday, March 4th at 3:00 PM vs Hofstra at Heritage Financial Park (game was canceled).
What conference does Marist baseball play in?
Marist competes in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) of NCAA Division I.
When is the MAAC Baseball Championship 2026?
The MAAC Championship tournament is May 20-23, 2026 at Heritage Financial Park, where Marist hosts as a potential qualifier.
