No. 7 Texas A&M opened its season with a decisive 8-4 victory over No. 21 Florida on Saturday, handing the Gators their first loss of the series.
Aggies' Offensive Surge
Florida drew first blood with a solo home run in the bottom of the second, but the Aggies answered in the top of the third when Bear Harrison’s solo shot tied the game.
Texas A&M took the lead in the top of the third as Chris Hacopian’s double plated a run, and Nico Partida followed with a solo homer in the fourth.
The offense erupted in the fifth, highlighted by Gavin Grahovac’s two‑run homer that pushed the lead to 4‑2, and later a solo shot that added another run.
Jorian Wilson, who went 3-for-5 with a home run and three RBI, sealed the win with a two‑run homer in the eighth, extending the margin to 8‑4.
On the mound, Aiden Sims earned his fifth win of conference play and Clayton Freshcorn recorded his eighth save, while the pitching staff struck out double‑digit batters for the 14th time this season.
The Aggies’ 15‑hit attack, which included four home runs, underscored a dominant performance that moves them forward in the rankings as they prepare for upcoming matchups.