Tar Heels Aim for First College World Series Title in Omaha
North Carolina’s baseball team travels to Omaha with championship aspirations, led by Coach Scott Forbes and a storied program seeking its first national title.
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North Carolina’s baseball team travels to Omaha with championship aspirations, led by Coach Scott Forbes and a storied program seeking its first national title.

Lorenzo Carrier was selected as a First Team All-American by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers of America, capping a 2026 campaign that saw the Panthers set new offensive records and earn multiple accolades.

Bino Watters, a .362 career hitter with 10 home runs and 51 RBI at Notre Dame, has pledged to LSU, joining a class that already features three of the transfer portal's elite talents.

The annual Congressional Baseball Game for Charity will take place at Nationals Park, featuring notable participants from both parties and benefiting several community organizations.

The National College Baseball Writers Association and Perfect Game have announced their 2026 All-America teams, highlighting four Texas A&M Aggies who earned spots on the prestigious lists.

Miami’s Tommy Harrison was recognized on the 2026 NCBWA All-America Second Team, becoming the first Miami position player to earn All-America honors since 2004. His record-setting performance includes 85 RBIs, a .698 slugging percentage and a 1.205 OPS, propelling the team to a top seed in the MAC Tournament.

The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association has honored Oklahoma State’s junior outfielder Kollin Ritchie as a 2026 All-American, recognizing his standout season.

Indiana, the reigning PIAA Class 4A baseball champions, will defend their crown against Holy Ghost Prep, the 2024 title winners, in a highly anticipated championship game at Penn State's Medlar Field at Lubrano Park.

The Department of Justice is pushing back against a lawsuit that seeks to block a high‑priced UFC spectacle on the White House lawn, arguing that similar temporary gatherings have long been part of American presidential tradition.

The 2026 season will be remembered for Cal Poly's breakout performance, highlighted by All‑American selections for Ryan Tayman and Nick Bonn, record‑setting statistics, and a conference sweep that propelled the Mustangs into the national spotlight.

Kennedy’s stellar 2026 campaign earned him a Second Team All-American nod from the NCBWA and Perfect Game, while his .357 batting average, 20 homers and 22 steals helped the Wildcats clinch their fourth consecutive season with 30 wins. The recognition underscores both his individual excellence and the program’s sustained success under coach Pete Hughes.

The National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association recognized Ole Miss senior Judd Utermark on its 2026 College Baseball All‑Americans third team, highlighting his record‑breaking career and leading offensive stats.

Relief pitcher Tanner Bradley and starter Will Sanford were celebrated for their outstanding 2026 campaigns, collecting All‑America accolades and setting program records

David Rossow, a redshirt senior pitcher for the Camels, was selected to the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association's Third Team All‑American roster. His dominant season featured a 2.53 ERA, 104 strikeouts and ten wins, positioning him among the program's elite arms.

After a sluggish start, Oneil Cruz altered his mechanics on May 29, sparking a surge that has put him on pace for 35 homers, 53 steals and a .333/.543/.708 slash line.

Multiple King City-area athletes were celebrated with Offensive Player of the Year, Pitcher of the Year, and all‑league selections, highlighting a standout season for local high school teams.

A look at the record‑breaking performances of Drew Burress, Jarren Advincula, Vahn Lackey, Ryan Zuckerman and Carson Kerce, and the national recognition they received from the NCBWA and Perfect Game.

Junior infielder Seojun Oh and senior pitcher Ty Brachbill were named to the 2026 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Division I All‑Region teams, highlighting their exceptional contributions to the Panthers.

Reliever Darin Horn’s 8‑2 record, 3.21 ERA and clutch performances earn him third‑team All‑America recognition and highlight a standout collegiate campaign.

Junior center fielder Tanner Mally of Western Michigan University has been selected as an All-American by the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association, capping a season in which he led NCAA Division I with a .446 batting average and set a single-season hit record.

Senior outfielder Lorenzo Carrier was named Third Team All‑America by Perfect Game, highlighting a season that saw the Panthers establish new offensive records and earn multiple conference and regional accolades.

Former Hornet player Ty Barclay rejoins Emporia State University as an assistant baseball coach, bringing a blend of collegiate experience and recent coaching work.

Tyce Armstrong’s breakout year at Baylor includes a new home-run record, All-America recognition and a key role in the Bears’ rise under Coach Mitch Thompson.

Creighton University in Omaha has opened a new baseball practice field that replicates the layout of Charles Schwab Field, providing the Bluejays with a dedicated training site and offering a venue for teams competing in the 2026 College World Series. The facility, part of a broader sports complex that includes a softball diamond, was inaugurated with a public ribbon‑cutting ceremony and is supported in part by the State of Nebraska.