Key Performances
The game, played on May 16, 2026 at Charlie Monfort Field inside America First Ballpark, ended with Baylor edging Utah by an 11‑10 margin, a score that reflected the back‑and‑forth nature of the contest.
Baylor’s offense was anchored by Travis Sanders, who drove in three runs while adding three hits and three RBIs, while Tyce Armstrong matched the production with three runs, three hits and four RBIs.
Brady Janusek contributed a run, two hits and three RBIs, helping the Bears maintain pressure throughout the contest.
Utah answered with a balanced attack from Jet Gilliam, who scored twice and collected two hits, and Matt Flaherty, who added two runs, two hits and three RBIs.
Nevan Noonan also chipped in a run, two hits and two RBIs, keeping the opposition within striking distance.
In the circle, Caleb Bunch earned the win after a solid four‑inning outing, while Justin Abercrombie took the loss for Utah.
The contest featured multiple home runs and aggressive base running, underscoring the high‑stakes nature of the matchup and the competitive spirit of both programs.