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The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association has begun releasing the 2026 baseball playoff brackets for Divisions 2 through 4, with Division 1 brackets to follow on Sunday and Monday. The tournament runs from May 28 through June 18, featuring regional finals, sectional doubleheaders and a state championship at Fox Cities Stadium in Grand Chute.
Tennessee will meet Arkansas in the SEC Tournament on Wednesday evening, with coach Josh Elander tabbing Evan Blanco as the starter after a heavy recent workload.
The fourth‑seeded Pepperdine Waves will open the West Coast Conference Tournament against fifth‑seeded Saint Mary's, featuring key players and a rich baseball tradition.
Dee Kennedy earns first‑team All‑Big 12 honors while teammate Bear Madliak receives conference recognition, highlighting a standout season for the Wildcats.
The Lakewood Lancers overcame an early deficit to defeat Crossroads 6‑2, with Coach Spud O’Neil lauding the team's growth and senior Anthony Rueda emphasizing the value of regular‑season competition as they prepare for the next round.
Holly Springs opened the Regional Finals with a 9‑4 win, highlighted by power hitting and a dominant pitching performance.
Freshman right-hander Cam Appenzeller delivered a strong five-inning start against South Carolina, helping Tennessee secure an 11-6 win. Coach Josh Elander sees him as a key piece for the Vols as they head into the NCAA Tournament, with senior Evan Blanco set to start against Arkansas.
The No. 5 seeded Western Michigan baseball team begins its 2026 Mid‑American Conference Tournament run against No. 4 seed Northern Illinois, looking to build on a historic series advantage and a recent sweep.
The SEC Tournament features a marquee matchup as Tennessee's young head coach Josh Elander confronts his former mentor Dave Van Horn, highlighting a narrative of mentorship, legacy and national championship pedigree.
A late‑inning home run by Nate Pupons propelled Albany High past Christian Brothers Academy, marking the team’s first playoff win since 2021 and showcasing the impact of coach Justin Pruiksma’s long‑term leadership.
Tennessee’s ace Evan Blanco will take the mound against Arkansas in the second round of the SEC Tournament, seeking to build on a strong season and the Vols’ historic run of titles.
Skyridge survived a late rally from Corner Canyon to win 7-6, while Mountain Ridge rolled past Lone Peak 8-0 and Riverton shut out Jordan 3-0.
The Buckeyes, the No. 6 seed, meet the No. 11 Huskies in Omaha, where Washington takes an early lead and the game streams on FuboTV.
An 11-6 loss in Hoover sees Patrick Evans' multi-hit night fall short as Tennessee erupts for six runs in the third.
The Liberty Flames enter the 2026 Conference USA Baseball Championship as a top seed, boasting a stellar record and a pitching staff that ranks among the nation’s best.
Morehead State's baseball squad dropped a 6‑2 decision to Southern Indiana in the first round of the Ohio Valley Conference tournament, finishing the season at 31‑24.
The Conquerors of Trinity Christian captured the FHSAA Class 2A championship after an 8‑3 victory over Miami True North, a game delayed by weather but defined by key offensive bursts and clutch pitching.
The Cowboys and Wildcats meet for the last stretch of their schedules, with OSU riding a strong home‑run surge and Arizona looking to rebound under new leadership.
The Gamecocks were outscored 11-6 by the Tennessee Volunteers in the opening round of the SEC Tournament, with Patrick Evans delivering a standout performance despite the defeat.
South Carolina is seeking its fourth head baseball coach in four years, navigating a tight timeline, NIL and transfer portal expectations, and a crowded field of contenders.
A weather‑delayed game that stretched from late April to mid‑May ended with Mater Dei’s 1‑0 victory over Jasper, while Gibson Southern captured the Pocket Athletic Conference crown.
The Vols, seeded tenth, will face Arkansas on Wednesday in the SEC Tournament, a rematch that promises high stakes and historic resonance.
The county’s baseball squad edged Lord Botetourt 7‑2, while the softball team rallied for a 9‑8 walk‑off win, propelling both squads into the district finals.
Clemson fell 5-4 to Notre Dame in Charlotte, ending a season that had already placed them at the bottom of the ACC and sealing a missed NCAA Tournament berth.