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It would be easy to assume that DJ Armstrong Jr.’s knack for producing in the biggest moments for UMBC men’s basketball in 2025-26 was passed down from his NBA dad, but both say that’s not the case.

Since making his debut in 2024, former Maryland pitcher Sean Burke has learned that MLB success starts with a growth mindset. “Coming into the spring, I’ve been feeling good with some of the stuff we’ve been trying to work on, so I’m excited to keep going this year.”

For LHP Nick Raquet, April has been a whirlwind. Acquired from the Cardinals on April 7, he made his Orioles debut three days later and by April 15, he was optioned to Triple-A. “People who are in your corner are going to believe in you,” Raquet said, “but you’ve got to believe in yourself, too.”

As the regular season draws to a close, Maryland men’s lacrosse attackman Eric Spanos says the team is focused on growing together, trusting that preparation will lead to wins.