Ole Miss entered the elimination game in Omaha with a four‑run advantage, but the Trojans had other plans. Starting pitcher Hunter Elliott limited Troy to two runs on three hits, keeping the Rebels in control early on.
The Turning Point
A balk in the fifth inning handed Troy a run, and a timely double from Sean Darnell brought in two more, shifting momentum.
The seventh inning proved decisive as Troy plated four runs, turning a modest deficit into a lead.
In the eighth, reliever Walker Hooks surrendered a leadoff homer to Blake Cavill, extending the Trojans’ cushion.
Troy finished with 14 hits, and their offense, which averaged 9.9 runs and hit .333 across eight tournament games, was lauded for its preparation and strategy. Designated hitter Jabe Boroff contributed a 2‑for‑4 performance with two RBIs.
The loss ended Ole Miss’s run, while Troy’s surge highlighted the unpredictable drama of postseason baseball.