NEWARK, NJ–The NJIT men's lacrosse team will wrap up its regular season road slate on Saturday, April 18 when the Highlanders visit UMBC.

Series History
UMBC leads the all-time series, 5-0.  The first time the two teams played was May 1, 2021.

Last Time Out
Freshman Blake Piscitiello led the Highlanders offense with three goals, three assists for six points as the Highlanders defeated visiting UMass Lowell, 10-8, Saturday evening at Lubetkin Field at Mal Simon Stadium.

The Highlanders (5-7, 2-2 America East) took control in the second quarter, scoring five goals to establish a lead they maintained throughout the game. The NJIT defense held strong with 21 saves, countering a late surge by the River Hawks, who scored four goals in the final quarter.

Blake Piscitiello was a significant offensive presence, recording three goals and three assists, with nine shots on goal.  Piscitiello has combined for 55 points through 12 games (30G, 25A) which is a new program single-season record, surpassing Aaron Forster 53 points in 2019.

Carson Piscitiello scored two goals from three shots, demonstrating efficiency in front of the net. Will Corry contributed two goals, including the game-winning goal, to seal the team's performance. 

Cameron Kurdyla stood out defensively, making 21 saves and allowing only eight goals, maintaining pressure on the opposing offense.  The 21 saves for Kurdyla is a new personal-best mark.

Reigning America East Conference Goalkeeper of the Week and Rookie of the Week
NJIT's Cameron Kurdyla has been named America East Goalkeeper of the Week, while Blake Piscitiello earned America East Rookie of the Week honors, the conference office announced Monday.

The honors follow NJIT's 10–8 home victory over UMass Lowell. 

The Highlanders (5-7, 2-2 America East) seized control in the second quarter, scoring five goals to build a lead they maintained for the remainder of the contest. Defensively, NJIT stood firm with 21 saves, holding off a late push from the River Hawks, who netted four goals in the final quarter.

Kurdyla anchored the defensive effort with a standout performance in goal, recording a career-high 21 saves while allowing just eight goals. He posted a .724 save percentage, and his 21 saves are tied for the sixth-most in a single game in the NCAA this season. The recognition is Kurdyla's third America East Goalkeeper of the Week honor this year.

Piscitiello paced the Highlanders offensively with three goals and three assists, placing nine shots on goal for a total of six points. Through 12 games, he has totaled 55 points (30 goals, 25 assists), setting a new NJIT single-season program record and surpassing Aaron Forster's previous mark of 53 points set in 2019. Piscitiello currently ranks second nationally among freshmen in points (55), goals (30), and assists (25). This marks his fourth America East Rookie of the Week honor this season.

Next Up
NJIT will conclude the regular season on Saturday, April 25 at 7:30pm hosting UAlbany at Lubetkin Field at Mal Simon Stadium.

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