BALTIMORE — UMBC head Baseball coach Liam Bowen made a significant announcement on Thursday morning. The Retrievers, having just participated in the America East Championship game, are set to play 30 contests at the familiar Alumni Field.

Florida Tour and Early Contests

The season kicks off in Florida the weekend of February 21. UMBC will be part of a tournament hosted by Stetson. On Friday night, they face the host Hatters. Then, on Saturday, they take on Notre Dame, and on Sunday morning, it's Iowa. This early stretch gives the team a taste of different opponents and competitive atmospheres.After this, a midweek trip to crosstown rival Towson on Wednesday, February 26, adds another layer of excitement. It's a chance for the Retrievers to showcase their skills right in their own backyard.

Home Slate Begins

Opening up the home slate with a three-game series against Cornell on Saturday is a moment of pride for the team. It's the start of many memorable games at Alumni Field.After a Tuesday game at George Washington, the Retrievers return to Alumni Field for a three-game set with Lehigh. This provides an opportunity for the team to build momentum and connect with their local fans.

America East Play Begins

When the Dawgs host UMass Lowell the following weekend, America East play officially begins. This is a crucial phase as they compete within their conference.UMBC then steps out of America East play for a pair of midweeks. On Tuesday, they play at Coppin State, and on Wednesday, it's against Delaware State at Alumni Field. These games help them maintain their competitive edge.After that, they take their first Conference road trip of the season with a series at NJIT. It's a test of their abilities on the road and a chance to face new opponents.

Split Weekend Series and Road Trips

A split weekend series with Georgetown follows. The Hoyas come to Baltimore on Friday afternoon, and then the Retrievers head to GU for games on Saturday and Sunday. This shows the team's ability to adapt to different schedules and opponents.A mid-week trip to Maryland awaits, adding another dimension to their schedule. Then comes a crucial home America East series against Binghamton. These games will determine their standing within the conference.After George Washington comes to Baltimore for a midweek, the Dawgs head to UMass Lowell for a three-game series. This is a chance to redeem themselves if they faced any challenges earlier.Following that, a midweek home contest against Towson before hitting the road again for a series at Maine. Each of these road trips presents new challenges and opportunities for the team.

Final Non-Conference and Regular Season

UMBC will have its final non-conference weekend series of the season when it hosts Manhattan for four games. This allows them to end the non-conference portion on a high note.After a midweek trip to Delaware State, the Retrievers host NJIT over the weekend followed by a midweek against Maryland Eastern Shore. These games help them fine-tune their skills before the final stretch.The Dawgs hit the road for the final time in the 2025 regular season when they head to UAlbany the weekend of May 9. This is the last leg of their journey before closing the regular season with four straight at home. First, they host Coppin State, and then they welcome defending champion Bryant for an America East Championship rematch, the final series of the season.The top six teams will qualify for the America East tournament to be held at Maine from May 21-24. It's a goal that the Retrievers are aiming for as they navigate through the season.