Opening Round
The Florida A&M Rattlers opened the 2026 SWAC baseball tournament on May 20 with an 8-6 victory over the Texas Southern Tigers, a win that kept their seven-game winning streak alive.
All tournament games are being streamed live on SWAC TV, giving fans across the conference a chance to follow each double-elimination matchup as the field narrows toward the championship.
Coached by a staff that has steadily rebuilt the program, the Rattlers are looking to add another title to the 2023 SWAC crown they captured last season, a championship that still resonates among alumni and current players.
Key Performers
Junior right-hander Jackson McKenzie earned first-team All-SWAC honors, while senior outfielder Caleb Granger was selected to the second team, underscoring the duo’s impact on a roster that blends youthful talent with seasoned leadership.
Their performances come as the team prepares for a schedule that will test depth and resilience, with each game carrying implications for the conference’s automatic qualifier to the NCAA regionals.
Tournament Outlook
The bracket includes traditional powerhouses such as Southern University, Jackson State University, Bethune-Cookman University, Alabama State University, Grambling State University and Arkansas-Pine Bluff University, each bringing a legacy of SWAC excellence.
Running from May 20 to May 24, the tournament will determine the champion who earns the league’s postseason berth, and the Rattlers hope to extend their recent dominance while chasing another title for the university.