The 2026 Atlantic Coast Conference Baseball Championship will open its quarterfinal round on Friday, but inclement weather forecasts have prompted a shift in the day's schedule.
No. 2 seed North Carolina is now slated to meet No. 7 seed Virginia Tech at 11 a.m. Eastern Time, while No. 3 seed Florida State will take on No. 14 seed Pitt at 3 p.m. ET later that afternoon.
Organizers have confirmed that all tickets purchased for the original Friday slate remain valid, sparing fans the need to seek refunds or rearrange travel plans.
In addition, the traditional firework celebration that typically caps Friday night’s action has been called off, with officials citing safety concerns linked to the weather.
Ticket exchanges and next‑step guidance
Fans who still wish to attend Saturday’s semifinal sessions can exchange their Friday tickets for admission to those games, though the exchange must be processed through the box office in person or via email to the Charlotte Knights ticket office.
The adjustments underscore the conference’s effort to balance competitive integrity with the well‑being of players, staff and spectators amid unpredictable conditions.