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Alabama leads St. John's 7-2 in the eighth inning of Game 2 of the Tuscaloosa Super Regional, but lightning forces a delay. The team is six outs from a College World Series berth.
Mississippi State's 2026 baseball campaign delivered on several preseason promises, returning to the NCAA Tournament and advancing to a super regional, yet a pair of narrow defeats to Georgia left the team without a College World Series berth.
In a 10‑inning thriller over Mississippi State, Kolby Branch delivered a 3‑for‑4 outing with two solo homers, steering Georgia to the College World Series and cementing his role as the team’s steady captain.
Georgia's 11-9 extra-inning victory over Mississippi State secured a spot in the College World Series, showcasing the team's depth and resilience.
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.
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.
MJ Burnett, a 6‑foot‑3 defensive back from the 2027 class, pledged to Georgia Tech, citing his father's legacy and the program's rising trajectory.
Mississippi State baseball faces elimination in Game 2 of the Athens Super Regional against Georgia on June 7. The Bulldogs lost Game 1 despite a strong start, and a win in Game 2 would force a deciding Game 3. The game will be broadcast on ESPN, with a start time of 11 a.m. Central.
Georgia’s 13‑12 victory over Mississippi State featured a seven‑run rally, the return of star infielder Tre Phelps and a bullpen plan that could decide the series.
A 13‑12 victory for Georgia over Mississippi State featured 11 home runs, a 7‑0 early lead by the Bulldogs, and a dramatic finish ahead of a Sunday rematch.
The Bulldogs rallied from a 7‑0 hole, with O’Shaughnessy delivering two game‑changing homers and Kolby Branch’s key double, securing a 13‑12 win over Mississippi State.
Georgia erased a 7-0 hole to beat Mississippi State 13-12 in Game 1 of their NCAA super regional, with Michael O'Shaughnessy delivering two decisive homers.
Georgia will open its 2026‑27 campaign at home against the North Carolina Central Eagles on Nov. 2, marking the third meeting in program history and the start of a demanding non‑conference slate that includes the ACC/SEC Challenge, the Jimmy V Classic and the ESPN Events Invitational.
Junior third baseman Tre Phelps is delivering a career‑best season for the Georgia Bulldogs, posting a .370 average and 19 homers while navigating a recent suspension. His family ties to former WNBA star Angel Robinson add a personal dimension to his rise.
The Georgia Bulldogs host Mississippi State in Game 1 of the Athens Super Regional, a matchup that could determine a College World Series berth. With a 17‑1 record entering the series and a perfect home streak, the Bulldogs are heavy favorites, though they will be without star infielder Tre Phelps.
Third baseman Tre Phelps was ejected for a celebratory gesture toward his family, and coach Wes Johnson clarified the incident. The Bulldogs must adjust for the opener at 11 a.m. ET on Saturday.
Georgia will host Mississippi State in the opening game of a best‑of‑three Super Regional series, looking to build on a four‑game winning streak and a broadcast lineup that includes ESPN’s veteran crew.
Boston College will meet Georgia in the 2026 ACC/SEC Challenge on Dec. 1, marking the first meeting since 1968 as new coach Luke Murray seeks to reshape the Eagles.
Four‑star defensive line prospect Seth Tillman, ranked No. 15 nationally, chose the University of Georgia after a campus visit that highlighted the Bulldogs’ winning culture, all‑black uniform and supportive staff, while his family looks to a program that will push him to his full potential.
After a January diagnosis of lung and blood cancer, former Georgia Bulldogs baseball skipper David Perno undergoes surgery, continues to coach football at Clarke Central and his son's baseball team, and prepares for a high‑stakes Super Regional against Mississippi State.
A personal recollection of the author’s first baseball game at Yankee Stadium sets the stage for a deep dive into the 2023 NCAA Tournament, where northern teams grappled with weather challenges while southern programs continued their recent reign.
Georgia announces its 2026‑27 men’s basketball schedule, highlighting a first‑time meeting with Florida Gulf Coast, a $95,000 guarantee, and a lineup that includes Duke, North Carolina, and participation in the ESPN Events Invitational.
A dramatic sixth‑inning homer, two ejections and a steady relief effort propelled the Bulldogs to a 6‑1 win, extending a streak that highlights their resilience.
The Bulldogs will play without third baseman Tre Phelps as they aim to end a 16‑year absence from the College World Series.