The Oregon State Beavers and the Washington State Cougars are set to meet in the opening round of the Eugene Regional, a matchup that pits two of the Pacific Northwest’s most storied college programs against each other on Friday afternoon.
Historic Rivalry Returns
The Beavers arrive with a dominant 43‑12 regular‑season record, having secured an at‑large berth after a season that saw them dominate the conference schedule. Their performance has raised expectations that they could advance all the way to a potential showdown with their in‑state rivals, the Oregon Ducks, later in the tournament.
The Cougars, by contrast, finished the year at 30‑26 and endured a challenging 14‑16 road slate. Yet they have shown they can rise to the occasion, having split a pair of meetings with the Beavers in April. After a 18‑0 drubbing in the first encounter, Washington State rallied to win the second game 7‑6, a result that has infused the team with confidence heading into the regional.
The game is scheduled for May 29, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time at PK Park in Eugene, Oregon. Fans will be able to follow the action live on ESPN U, which will broadcast the contest to a national audience.
Beyond the immediate bragging rights, the outcome will shape the regional bracket. A win for the Beavers would keep their path open toward a possible rematch with Oregon, while a Cougars victory would preserve their chance to stay alive in the winner’s bracket and potentially force a later clash with the Ducks.
Both schools are represented by their respective universities, with Oregon State University and Washington State University coordinating the event locally. The presence of Yale University in the broader athletic network underscores the interconnectedness of collegiate sports across the country.