A Historic Night in Atlanta
The Jackets roared to a 9‑3 victory over Miami on a packed field in Atlanta, clinching their place in the ACC Championship final. The win not only preserved Georgia Tech’s flawless 4‑0 record in neutral‑site games but also cemented a new season home‑run benchmark of 124.
Georgia Tech finished the regular season at 47‑9, a record that reflects both offensive firepower and pitching consistency. Jackson Blakely delivered a solid outing, tossing 5.2 innings while allowing just one run, striking out three and walking one. His effort set the tone for a pitching staff that kept Miami’s bats in check.
Offensively, the lineup was relentless. Every starter reached base at least once, and the power surge was on full display. Vahn Lackey’s early home run gave the Jackets a 2‑0 lead, while Ryan Zuckerman’s clutch hitting added two more homers, driving in four runs and extending the advantage to 6‑0. Jarren Advincula contributed a double that marked his 101st hit of the season.
The momentum carried into the later innings as Alex Hernandez’s routine single pushed the lead to 8‑2, and a wild pitch later added a ninth run. Relief pitcher Dimitri Angelakos closed the game with a flawless 1‑2‑3 ninth inning, sealing a 9‑2 final score before Miami managed a late consolation run.
Georgia Tech now awaits the winner of the Pitt versus North Carolina matchup, a showdown that will determine their opponent in the championship game. A victory would mark the program’s first ACC title since 2014, a milestone that has energized fans and players alike.
The Jackets’ historic season, underscored by a record‑breaking home‑run tally and an unblemished neutral‑site streak, has turned Atlanta into a baseball hotspot. With the final looming, the team’s blend of veteran poise and youthful vigor promises a thrilling conclusion to a remarkable campaign.