
Tar Heels Edge Closer to First National Baseball Title in 19 Years
The University of North Carolina baseball team moved within two victories of its first NCAA championship since 2007, routing West Virginia 12-7 in Omaha.
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The University of North Carolina baseball team moved within two victories of its first NCAA championship since 2007, routing West Virginia 12-7 in Omaha.
The University of North Carolina enters the 2026 CWS finals with a 3‑0 record in Omaha, poised to face Oklahoma or Georgia in a best‑of‑three championship beginning June 20.

North Carolina defeated West Virginia 12‑7, with Owen Hull delivering a 4‑for‑5 performance that extended his RBI streak. The Tar Heels now await either Georgia or Oklahoma in a best‑of‑three series beginning Saturday.

Senior shortstop Kolby Branch of the University of Georgia has been named to the NCAA Division I Gold Glove team, the fourth Bulldog to receive the award. His .975 fielding percentage and .286 batting average have helped Georgia win the SEC regular‑season and tournament titles and advance to the College World Series, where they will face Oklahoma in a historic brother‑versus‑brother matchup.
After a gritty survival in their opening elimination game, the Georgia Bulldogs must win two straight against the Oklahoma Sooners in Omaha to reach the College World Series finals. Coach Wes Johnson’s rallying cry, standout performances from pitchers Justin Byrd and Nick Wesloski, and third‑baseman Tre Phelps’ measured approach set the stage for a high‑stakes duel.

The Bruins will open with a home exhibition against UC Riverside before hitting the road for a season‑opening test at Virginia, and will close the regular season against the defending NCAA champions Washington.

The 2026 Men’s College World Series begins in Omaha, Nebraska, featuring eight teams competing for the national title at Charles Schwab Field. The tournament’s rich history, selection process, and recent SEC dominance shape the road to the championship.

Texas Longhorns exit the College World Series after a 2‑0 loss to Georgia, but coach Jim Schlossnagle sees a bright future for the program.

Virginia Tech announced the hiring of Josh Reynolds, a seasoned pitching strategist with a track record of elevating staff performances at several top programs.

Oklahoma’s 4‑3 win over Georgia sets up a decisive showdown on Wednesday, with freshman Nick Wesloski set to take the mound for the Sooners.

The Tar Heels will face West Virginia in a highly anticipated College World Series game, with key pitching performances and broadcast details shaping the preview.

The North Carolina Tar Heels, fresh off two straight victories, are set to face West Virginia in the semifinals of the College World Series, with a marquee pitching duel and national broadcast on ESPN.

After a season that saw the Rebels fall in the 2026 College World Series, infielder Brayden Randle is heading to the transfer portal, leaving Ole Miss to fill key gaps with new acquisitions.

As the MLB draft nears and the College World Series wraps up, Texas baseball standouts confront the next chapter of their careers.

West Virginia University’s baseball team is poised for a high‑stakes rematch with North Carolina, seeking to translate recent momentum into a tournament breakthrough.

Georgia and Oklahoma meet again in the College World Series with a finals spot on the line. Oklahoma edged Georgia 4-3 in their last meeting, Daniel Jackson is in a 1-for-14 slump, and Nick Wesloski is set to start for Oklahoma. The game airs Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN and fubo.

Oklahoma, riding a 2‑0 record, will meet Georgia, which stands at 2‑1, in a winner‑takes‑all semifinal on Wednesday night, with a spot in the finals on the line.

A sharpshooter with a proven track record at Kansas State and Monmouth, Abdi Bashir joins the Tigers with elite three‑point numbers but limited athleticism. Coach Will Wade sees a record‑breaking potential, while questions linger about his fit in the SEC.
The Oklahoma Sooners will meet the Georgia Bulldogs in a College World Series semifinal on Wednesday, June 17, at 6 p.m. CT in Omaha, Nebraska, with a spot in the championship series on the line.
Ahead of Wednesday's 2 p.m. ET clash at Charles Schwab Field, the Tar Heels hold a 52‑12‑1 record after a 5‑2 win over West Virginia, but the Mountaineers must win twice to reach the finals under a scorching 92‑degree forecast.

Georgia secured a 2-0 victory over Texas in the College World Series, highlighted by an RBI double from Tre Phelps and a sacrifice fly by Rylan Lujo, and now faces Oklahoma in the semifinals.

Georgia’s Bulldogs secured a 2-0 victory against Texas in the College World Series, thanks to timely hitting and strong arms from Dylan Vigue and Justin Byrd. The win puts them in a double‑elimination battle against the Oklahoma Sooners.

Georgia and West Virginia battle through pivotal ninth-inning moments and a dominant 12-0 win, setting up semifinal matchups with North Carolina and Oklahoma.

The Georgia Bulldogs and Texas Longhorns meet in a high‑stakes elimination game at the College World Series in Omaha, with full bullpens ready and key players stepping up.