Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs Sign Rider University Star Justin Thomas
The Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs announced today the signing of Rider University corner infielder Justin Thomas. The 6'4", 215 lb. junior is off to a hot start for the Broncos in 2014. For the year, Thomas is hitting .347, leading the team in batting, slugging, hits, doubles, HR's and RBI's. He was named the Metro Atlantic Conference Player of the Week for all games played March 11 - March 17.
Last season he was third on the team in hits, batting . 292 overall, with an 11 game hitting streak. As a freshman in 2012, he was named to the NJCBA All Rooke team and batted .329 against MAAC pitchers.
The Mohawk Valley DiamondDawgs begin their 2014 season on June 5 with it's fan favorite "Thirsty Thursday" promotion along with a team magnet giveaway courtesy of Little Falls Hospital. Then on June 7 we will have a "HUGE" Post Game Fireworks Show and t shirt giveaway courtesy of the Fuccillo Autoplex in Nelliston.