Texas Secures Spot in College World Series
The Longhorns moved one step closer to a national championship after a tense 6‑5 victory over Oregon that hinged on a late rally and clutch pitching.
Early in the game, Aiden Robbins and Carson Tinney launched back‑to‑back homers, setting a brisk tone. Oregon answered with a five‑run burst in the seventh to take the lead, but the Texas offense refused to fold.
Adrian Rodriguez delivered the decisive blow in the eighth, smashing a two‑run double that flipped the scoreboard. Sam Cozart then shut the door, retiring the final six batters and preserving the lead.
Closer Devin Bell was charged with the loss after allowing four baserunners, while Thomas Burns earned the win with a scoreless frame in relief. Cozart’s 3 ⅓ innings of one‑hitter baseball capped a bullpen effort that left Oregon with just a single baserunner.
A Milestone for the Program
The win marks the 39th appearance of Texas in the Men’s College World Series and underscores Coach Jim Schlossnagle’s legacy; he became only the fourth mentor to guide three different schools to the event. The Longhorns also finished their home schedule at 34‑4, their most victories in Austin since 2011.
Next up, Texas will meet No. 3 Georgia in Omaha, a matchup that could deliver the program’s seventh national title. The stakes are high, and the team’s recent momentum suggests a fierce contest ahead.