Georgia’s baseball program will contest the SEC Tournament final for the first time since 1989, a milestone that has electrified the fan base and the coaching staff alike.
The semifinal against Florida turned into a roller‑coaster, as the Bulldogs fell behind 6‑0 early before orchestrating a comeback that culminated in an 8‑7 victory.
Key contributions came from Brennan Hudson, Kolby Branch and Ryan Black, who helped chip away at the deficit, while Daniel Jackson’s run on a wild pitch pulled Georgia within two.
Coach Wes Johnson kept the team focused, repeatedly reminding players to stay within the process despite the mounting pressure.
Key moments in the comeback
The decisive blows arrived in the eighth inning, when Branch and Black each crossed the plate, sealing the lead that would hold for the remainder of the game.
The final is scheduled for Sunday, May 24, at 2 p.m. ET, and will be broadcast on ABC, where the Bulldogs will meet Arkansas at the Hoover Met in Alabama.