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Cross County High School celebrated two 2A All‑State selections, an eight‑game win streak and a victory over the defending state champions, while catcher Kale Searcy commits to ASU‑Mountain Home.
A talented athlete from Michigan has pledged to continue his baseball career at Henry Ford College, bringing a strong batting record and tennis experience to the next level.
Veteran coach Elliott Avent retired at the season’s end, leaving a legacy of over 1,100 wins and three College World Series trips; the Wolfpack trustees approved Chris Hart’s appointment, citing his two‑decade assistant role, recruiting acumen, and deep ties to the program.
Arizona State's baseball team secured a 10‑2 win over Cincinnati, advancing to the Big 12 tournament semifinals with a historic night from Landon Hairston.
Friday’s slate kicks off the 2026 state baseball tournaments for Classes 5A through 2A, with championship games scheduled for next week. Detailed matchups across each division highlight the competition.
The Palestine-Wheatley Patriots secured their inaugural state baseball title with a dominant 6-0 victory over Woodlawn, a milestone after a narrow loss in the 2023 final.
The nation’s top‑ranked baseball squad, the UCLA Bruins, are set to open the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinals against the fifth‑seeded Purdue Boilermakers on Friday at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Nebraska.
Starting May 22, 2026, the Mexican Baseball League will employ Trackman‑based robot umpires for every ball‑and‑strike decision in selected games, marking the first full‑season automation of pitch calls in professional baseball across the Americas.
SPASH's 9-3 victory over Marshfield secures the Wisconsin Valley Conference title, showcasing a balanced attack and solid pitching as the Panthers prepare for a Tuesday showdown in Wisconsin Rapids.
The Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League has locked in dates and venues for upcoming baseball and softball championship games, highlighting defending champions, notable matchups and standout performances.
UCLA completed a historic 48‑6 campaign, captured the Big Ten regular‑season title and earned multiple player and coach awards, now preparing to face Purdue in the conference tournament.
The state’s top high school baseball and softball teams will battle for titles over a tight week in late May, with key matchups across divisions and special hosting rules for Class 4A.
With the fifth pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, the Pittsburgh Pirates select Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey, a top‑ranked prospect whose .404/.520/.773 slash line and defensive versatility promise to reshape the club’s future.
Southern Miss baseball has surged into the third round of the Sun Belt Conference Tournament, where a showdown with Troy awaits. The team, riding a ten‑game streak, looks to capitalize on recent form as they chase the title.
The Nevada baseball program experienced a promising start, a mid‑season surge, and a disappointing tournament loss, setting the stage for a significant rebuild under new leadership.
The Gering Platte Valley Companies will host a holiday weekend baseball tournament at Oregon Trail Park, with pool play beginning Friday and the championship game scheduled for Sunday at 5:30 pm.
Chris Hart, a longtime NC State baseball assistant, has been named the 17th head coach of the Wolfpack, bringing a track record of player development, elite recruiting and deep program knowledge.
The 2026 playoffs for baseball and softball feature Barlow, Sandy, and Gresham, with a slate of first‑round games scheduled for Monday, May 25 across several Oregon venues.
After a dominant regular season, the Nebraska baseball team prepares to defend its Big Ten Tournament title against Michigan, aiming for a third consecutive championship.
Senior pitcher‑hitter Caleb Rutherford is driving Zillah High School’s baseball resurgence, posting a 1.57 ERA, 91 strikeouts and a .385 batting average. Under Coach Drew Van Kemseke, the team has secured a share of the SCAC title and a state tournament berth, aiming for its first state championship since 2014.
After a loss to Auburn ended a 15‑year postseason streak, LSU’s baseball coach Jay Johnson voiced disappointment and outlined a plan to rebuild through the transfer portal.
Claysburg-Kimmel’s baseball squad turned a crisp spring evening into a showcase of clutch hitting and steady pitching, defeating Northern Cambria 3-1 in a District 6 Class A semifinal that left fans on the edge of their seats.
The university’s athletics director announced the removal of interim head coach Monte Lee, pitching coach Terry Rooney and assistant John Hendry, clarifying that Lee will not be retained while raising questions about the next head coach.
Muhlenberg’s eleventh‑seeded baseball team stunned second‑seeded Ephrata 2‑0 in the District 3 Class 6A semifinals, highlighted by Cole Moody’s shutout and a sixth‑inning rally that propels them toward a championship clash with Chambersburg.