
U.S. Collegiate Team Stuns Japan in Taichung to Break Seven‑Game Skid
The U.S. collegiate squad edged Japan 3‑2 in Taichung, ending a seven‑game losing streak and positioning itself for a July 14 clash with Korea.
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The U.S. collegiate squad edged Japan 3‑2 in Taichung, ending a seven‑game losing streak and positioning itself for a July 14 clash with Korea.

The 2026 World Collegiate Baseball Championship opens on July 12 in Taichung City, Taiwan, with matches at Intercontinental Stadium and broadcast on MLB platforms.

From July 11‑15, 2026, the United States will compete in Taiwan’s first World Collegiate Baseball Championship, facing Korea, Chinese Taipei and Japan in a schedule steeped in tradition, while a 21‑school roster and a 150‑year coaching legacy promise a compelling showcase streamed across MLB’s digital properties.
Auburn’s rising stars Chase Fralick and Jackson Sanders join the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team for the World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taiwan.

Texas A&M freshman Nico Partida has been selected for the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team, set to compete in the World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung City, Taiwan, from July 10-15.

Grayden Harris, a left‑handed pitcher from Southern Miss, has been selected for the 2026 USA Collegiate National Team after an impressive showing in training camp.

The sophomore right‑hander’s standout season earns him a spot on the national team, marking a milestone for USC baseball and setting the stage for international competition.

JD Stein, a sophomore infielder at the University of South Carolina, has been selected for the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team, set to compete in Taichung City, Taiwan, from July 11‑15. His performance in trials, collegiate achievements at Wake Forest, and historic significance as the first Gamecock to play abroad since 2016 highlight the upcoming tournament.

Chase Fralick and Jackson Sanders, both recent Auburn standouts, were named to the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team following an intensive training camp, and will compete in the upcoming World Championship against Korea, Chinese Taipei and Japan.

The 2026 Collegiate National Team, featuring Texas standouts Luke Harrison and Anthony Pack Jr., will compete in the inaugural World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung City, Taiwan, starting July 11.

USA Baseball has unveiled its 2026 Collegiate National Team, spotlighting Texas right‑hander Luke Harrison and offensive phenom Anthony Pack Jr., who will represent the United States at the upcoming World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung, Taiwan.

Grayden Harris, the Sun Belt Conference Pitcher of the Year, has been selected for the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team and will compete in the World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung City, Taiwan, facing Korea, Chinese Taipei and Japan.

Gavin Kelly, a soon‑to‑be junior at West Virginia University, has been selected for the United States' Collegiate National Team that will contest the first ever World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung City, Taiwan, from July 11‑15. His standout season, which included a .382 batting average and 19 home runs, helped the Mountaineers reach their first College World Series appearance, and he joins former teammate JJ Wetherholt as the second Mountaineer to earn this honor.

Andrew Johnson, a USC sophomore, earned a spot on the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team after a standout training camp, joining an elite list of Trojans and preparing for international competition in Taiwan.

Four Diamond Dogs receive invitations to try out for the 2026 United States National Team, with two pitchers slated to compete in Taiwan’s first World Collegiate Baseball Championship.

Three Bruins — two pitchers and an infielder — have been named to United States squads that will contest international tournaments this summer.

The 28‑player roster announced by USA Baseball includes Ole Miss pitcher Walker Hooks, who led the SEC in key pitching metrics and will compete in Taiwan's first world collegiate championship.

The young NC State standout was recognized for his breakout season and will join the U.S. roster for a five‑day international tournament beginning July 11.

USA Baseball has finalized its 28‑player roster for the first ever World Collegiate Baseball Championship, highlighting three standout pitchers from the Florida Gators and outlining the tournament schedule in Taichung City, Taiwan.

The University of Tennessee freshman will join the USA Baseball Collegiate National Team for the upcoming World Championship in Taichung City.

The NC State freshman impressed coaches with his work ethic, posting a .381 average and earning ACC honors, and will now represent the United States against Korea, Chinese Taipei and Japan.

Gavin Kelly, a senior catcher/second baseman from West Virginia University, has earned a spot on the 28‑player Collegiate National Team that will compete in the first World Collegiate Baseball Championship, facing Korea, Chinese Taipei and Japan

Two Oregon Ducks pitchers, Tanner Bradley and Will Sanford, have been named to the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team that will compete in the first-ever World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung City, Taiwan.

Two University of Texas standouts have been named to the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team, set to compete in the World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung City, Taiwan.