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The NCAA tournament bracket was unveiled this week, and Kentucky’s baseball program earned a coveted No. 3 seed in the Morgantown regional of the tournament.
The Wildcats are slated to open play on Friday at 12:00 p.m., facing Wake Forest in a matchup that promises tight competition and high stakes for both teams.
For head coach Nick Mingione, the appearance marks his fifth trip to the NCAA Tournament since he assumed the role in 2016, underscoring the program’s steady rise under his leadership.
The selection committee highlighted Kentucky’s 15‑9 record against tournament‑field opponents and a decisive series sweep of Alabama as pivotal factors in the seeding decision.
Kentucky joins a select group of four teams announced in the final wave of selections, a testament to the Wildcats’ resilience and depth this season.