On April 8, Lehman College's baseball team faced off against Yeshiva University in a doubleheader that drew widespread media attention. Both teams entered with extended losing streaks — Lehman at 0–42, Yeshiva at 0–99. The day brought long-awaited victories for both programs and generated significant local, national, and international coverage across broadcast, digital, and print platforms. The doubleheader was played at the Naimoli Family Baseball Complex on the campus of FDU – Teaneck. 
 
Coverage Highlights
 
Broadcast & Radio Coverage
National Television:
NBC Nightly News


ABC Good Morning America (Story appeared on TV in more than 50 cities nationwide)


CBS Saturday Morning 
International:

• Canadian Broadcast Corporation (CBC) - pre-game – As It Happens (Story also broadcast on radio in dozens of US cities)
• Canadian Broadcast Corporation (CBC)– post-game - As It Happens (Story also broadcast on radio in dozens of US cities)

Local & Regional:

• New York Times
• Greenwich Times
• Ridgefield Press
• WPIX (4/10)
• 1010 WINS
• ESPN.com
• ESPN Radio
• Fox 5
• NY Post

(*Coverage was widely syndicated across all major local affiliates nationwide)
Print & Digital Press

• Associated Press (Coverage was distributed nationwide, reaching numerous local and regional publications.)
• Bleacher Report
• The Algemeiner
• USA Today

 
Social Media Coverage
The story trended across platforms, generating strong engagement and reach:

• X (formerly Twitter): Amplified by @MLB, @NBCNews,
• Instagram: Highlights shared via @MLB, @NBCNightlyNews, @ESPN
  • Dsarm posts
• TikTok: Clips from the games and reactions featured on
• Facebook & LinkedIn: Community and alumni engagement, with wide sharing of press coverage
• Reddit /baseball (pre-game)

 
This unprecedented doubleheader not only marked a turning point for both baseball programs but also resonated widely across the sports and human-interest media landscape. Coverage spanned national television, wire services, print and digital media, and social platforms. The story was syndicated through AP and broadcast affiliates nationwide, expanding its reach to regional and local markets across the U.S. This extensive media coverage highlighted the significance of the victories, bringing attention to the determination and spirit of both teams.
 
Lehman Photos of Game 1 - https://lehmanmmc.smugmug.com/Lehman-College-Images/Departments/Lehman-College-Athletic-Department/Events/2024/Mens-Baseball-vs-Yeshiva-
Lehman Videos of Game 1 - https://lehmanathletics.com/watch/?Archive=935&type=Archive
 
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