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Texas Longhorns Face Elimination After Opening Loss in College World Series

The Texas Longhorns opened their College World Series campaign with a 5-3 defeat at the hands of the Georgia Bulldogs, a result that drops them into an early elimination bracket. Texas will meet the Alabama Crimson Tide on Monday at 1 p.m. Central Time, a rematch that carries added weight after the Longhorns secured two victories over the Tide during the regular season. Alabama’s loss to the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday reshaped the elimination picture, positioning the Tide as a formidable opponent in a high‑stakes matchup. The series of games scheduled from Monday through Wednesday will determine which teams advance to the championship series, which is slated to begin on June 20.

Jun 14, 2026

From Aledo to TCU: The Rise of Trace Mazon

Trace Mazon, a standout hitter from Aledo, Texas, transfers to TCU after impressive performances at Coastal Carolina, Weatherford College and in high school, aiming to make an immediate impact for the Horned Frogs.

Jun 14, 2026

Tremont Turks Capture First IHSA 1A Baseball Championship

The Tremont Turks secured the IHSA Class 1A baseball state title with a 10-0 shutout, marking their first state tournament team championship and the second title in school history, while East Peoria claimed third place in Class 3A.

Jun 14, 2026

Seekonk Baseball clinches Div. 4 state title in dramatic 4-3 victory

Seekonk's baseball squad captured the Div. 4 state championship on Saturday, edging Hamilton-Wenham 4-3 in a game that swung in the final inning. The decisive moment arrived when Brayden McBride stepped up to the plate in the seventh and launched a clutch double that drove in the winning runs. From first base, teammate Avian DaRosa kept the energy high, repeatedly chanting 'believe' to fire up McBride. Coach Joe Demelo praised the squad's never‑give‑up attitude, while ace pitcher Cole Arruda kept the opposition at bay with a steady performance on the mound. Hamilton-Wenham, led by standouts Cormac Heney and Owen Waddell, threatened a comeback, but a timely double‑play sparked by a pop‑up on a squeeze bunt sealed the victory. The win marks Seekonk's third title in four years, underscoring a dynasty built on resilience, belief and community support that resonates throughout Massachusetts baseball circles.

Jun 14, 2026