When Childhood Meets the Diamond
From the Alexandria Aces' opening game to the echoes of Little League, a writer revisits the joys and obstacles of a lifelong love for baseball.
Jun 7, 2026
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Georgia Bulldogs Secure First College World Series Berth in 18 Years
The Georgia Bulldogs baseball team defeated Mississippi State 11-9 on Sunday, clinching the program’s first appearance in the College World Series in nearly two decades and setting up a showdown with either Texas or Oregon.
Jun 7, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs Edge Mississippi State in High-Scoring Baseball Clash
The University of Georgia baseball team defeated Mississippi State 11-9 in a dramatic game on June 7, 2026, highlighted by multiple home runs and key RBI plays.
Jun 7, 2026
Mississippi State Falls Short in Athens Super Regional, Georgia Advances to College World Series
Mississippi State battled back from a five-run deficit but could not hold a late lead, as Georgia secured an 11-9 victory in ten innings to clinch a spot in the College World Series.
Jun 7, 2026
Shore Conference Announces 2026 Senior Baseball All-Star Game
The 2026 Shore Conference Baseball Coaches Association Senior All-Star Game will take place on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Count Basie Park in Red Bank at 6 p.m., showcasing top graduating seniors from across the league.
Jun 7, 2026
Braydon Kersey Commits to Tennessee Baseball, Opting for Vols Over Georgia and Wake Forest
Braydon Kersey, a dual‑threat pitcher and hitter from Mercer, has chosen Tennessee over Georgia and Wake Forest, citing the program’s development plan and a shot at the College World Series.
Jun 7, 2026
USC Baseball Faces Winner‑Take‑All Showdown with North Carolina
The USC Trojans are poised for a historic super‑regional clash against North Carolina, a game that could send them to the College World Series for the first time since 2001.
Jun 7, 2026
Oklahoma Eyes College World Series Berth as Kansas Faces Must-Win Game 2
Oklahoma will look to close out the series on June 7 at Hoglund Ballpark, with a broadcast on ESPN and streaming on Fubo.
Jun 7, 2026
A Surprising Surge in the Cubbies’ Outfield
Over the past two weeks, Pete Crow-Armstrong has delivered a .368/.464/.737 slash line with six homers, leading the MLB in fWAR and showcasing a rare blend of elite defense and above‑average hitting.
Jun 7, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs Storm into College World Series with 11-9 Thriller
The Bulldogs clinched a spot in the College World Series after an 11‑9 victory over Mississippi State, highlighted by Daniel Jackson's two‑run homer and a season‑record 174 home runs.
Jun 7, 2026
Georgia Bulldogs Edge Texas A&M in 11-Inning Thriller to Reach College World Series
Georgia survived an 8-7, 11-inning battle against Texas A&M, with Daniel Jackson delivering the decisive blow, propelling the Bulldogs into the College World Series final against Texas.
Jun 7, 2026
UNC and USC clash in a winner‑take‑all College World Series showdown
North Carolina and USC are tied after three innings, but the Gamecocks hold a 3‑1 lead in the fifth. The stakes are high as both schools fight for a spot in the College World Series.
Jun 7, 2026
Georgia Secures College World Series Spot with Extra‑Inning Thriller Over Mississippi State
Georgia overcame a late rally by Mississippi State to win 11‑9 in extra innings, clinching a Super Regional series and joining Ole Miss as the second SEC school headed to the College World Series.
Jun 7, 2026
Georgia Baseball Secures Spot in College World Series After Historic Season
After winning the Athens Super Regional and capturing their first SEC regular‑season title since 2008, Georgia baseball heads to the College World Series with a 51‑12 record. Their first opponent will be either Texas or Oregon, both strong contenders in this year's field.
Jun 7, 2026
Wind‑blown tent injures five at WVU baseball Super Regional
Five spectators were taken to hospital after a thunderstorm‑driven gust lifted an event tent into the stands at Kendrick Family Ballpark, but the game soon resumed and WVU clinched its first College World Series spot.
Jun 7, 2026
Gerrit Cole’s Mentorship: A Pitcher’s Gift to the Next Generation
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole paused his own campaign to impart pitching wisdom, emphasizing the sport’s future and his own dedication beyond personal stats.
Jun 7, 2026
Tar Heels and Trojans Battle for Omaha Spot in Winner‑Take‑All Super Regional
UNC and USC will meet in a high‑stakes game on Sunday, June 7, under sweltering conditions. The victor earns a berth in the College World Series, while Ole Miss awaits the winner.
Jun 7, 2026
Texas Dominates Oregon as Odds Shift in Austin Super Regional
The Oregon Ducks lost 11‑3 to Texas in the Austin Super Regional, dropping their championship odds and forcing a double‑elimination battle.
Jun 7, 2026
Tomball Baseball Secures Third State Title in Three Years
Tomball Titans capture their third consecutive Class 6A, Division II championship, driven by standout performances from C.J. Sampson and Catcher Hopkins.
Jun 7, 2026
Thunderstorm Sends Tent Flying at WVU Baseball Super Regional, Five Injured
A violent thunderstorm disrupted a Super Regional baseball game in Morgantown, when a large event tent was lifted by wind and struck fans. Five people were hurt, the game was delayed 90 minutes, and West Virginia University clinched its first College World Series berth.
Jun 7, 2026
WVU Baseball Makes Historic College World Series Debut
West Virginia University’s baseball team secured its first-ever berth in the College World Series, delivering a memorable performance at Kendrick Family Ballpark before heading to Omaha to face Troy.
Jun 7, 2026
Alabama Crimson Tide eyes Super Regional finale against St. John’s
Alabama’s dominant 8‑0 victory over St. John’s sets the stage for a pivotal Sunday showdown, with key performances from Justin Lebron and a broadcast partnership with ESPN2 and Fubo.
Jun 7, 2026
Ole Miss Rebels Charge Toward Second College World Series Title
After an undefeated stretch through the Lincoln Regional and the Auburn Super Regional, the Ole Miss Rebels are headed to Omaha with a chance to capture their second national championship in program history, driven by veteran coach Mike Bianco and key player Brayden Randle.
Jun 7, 2026
Inside Statcast: Decoding Baseball’s Advanced Metrics
Statcast captures every movement on the diamond, turning raw numbers into insights about hard‑hit balls, launch angles, spin rates, and sprint speeds
Jun 7, 2026