The Nassau Community College baseball team closed the curtain on a competitive 2025 season this weekend, falling in two tightly contested Region XV playoff games against Suffolk County Community College and Monroe College–Bronx. The Lions finish the season with a 21–16 overall record.
Second Game: Pitching Duel Ends in Narrow Loss to Suffolk
May 9 | Suffolk CC 2, Nassau 0
In their playoff opener, the Lions were locked in a pitcher's duel with longtime rival Suffolk CC. Sophomore right-hander Brian Chin was outstanding on the mound, tossing 7.2 innings and allowing zero earned runs while striking out nine. Chin worked around seven hits and two hit batters, keeping Nassau within striking distance throughout the game.
However, Nassau's offense couldn't break through against Suffolk ace Wyatt Wiskoff, who threw a nine-inning complete-game shutout, allowing just three hits and no walks. Carmine Scardina led the Lions offensively, going 2-for-4 at the plate, while Sean Richards added the team's only other hit.
Despite strong defense and two stolen bases from Chris Stumpf and Patrick Sebber, two early unearned runs in the first inning proved to be the difference as Nassau dropped the opener 2–0.
Elimination Game: Monroe Pulls Away Late
May 10 | Monroe–Bronx 8, Nassau 0
Needing a win to stay alive, Nassau faced a powerful Monroe University–Bronx lineup and once again leaned on strong pitching. Starter Joseph Lynn went 6.2 innings and struck out five, but Monroe capitalized on key opportunities, scoring four runs in the final inning to pull away and secure an 8–0 victory.
Offensively, Nassau had chances early but couldn't convert. The Lions managed four hits—two coming from Carmine Scardina, who also swiped a base. Sean Richards and Chris Stumpf each added a hit, and Michael Jazylo stole a base in the effort. Despite solid baserunning and contact at the plate, Nassau was again shut out, this time by Monroe's Anthony Sanchez, who struck out five in a complete-game performance.
While the season ended short of a Region XV title, the Lions showcased marked improvement and competitive spirit throughout the year, finishing with a winning record of 21–16. Behind a solid pitching rotation, strong team defense, and timely hitting, Nassau remained a threat in every game and earned its way into postseason play with a gritty stretch run.
Standout performances from players like Brian Chin, Joseph Lynn, and Carmine Scardina helped anchor the team, while a mix of returning underclassmen and emerging contributors offers optimism for next season.
Go Lions!
