A Comeback for the Ages
Georgia Tech erupted in the latter stages of the ACC Tournament quarterfinal, overturning a deficit to crush Virginia 16-10 and secure a spot in the semifinals.
The Jackets exploded for 11 runs in the final innings, turning a tight contest into a showcase of offensive depth.
Parker Brosius ignited the rally with a grand slam in the seventh, while Carson Kerce and Vahn Lackey each added two homers to the onslaught.
Reliever Mason Patel earned the win after a solid three‑inning outing, and Justin Shadek closed the game with a scoreless ninth to seal the victory.
Records tumble in Atlanta
The 16 runs marked the most scored by the Jackets in a single tournament game this season, pushing their total to 594 runs — the highest in program history for the BBCOR era.
Coach Kent Schmidt praised the team's discipline, noting that the lineup is on pace to set new standards in batting average, on‑base percentage, slugging percentage and runs per game.
Tate McKee, who started on the mound before exiting with an injury, watched his teammates rally behind him, a moment that defined the team's resilience.
A Familiar Battle Looms
Georgia Tech will now meet the winner of the Boston College‑Miami clash on Saturday, May 23, a matchup that could further cement the Jackets' ascent.
Having won 11 straight games against ACC opponents, the Jackets enter the semifinals with momentum and confidence.
The atmosphere in Charlotte, North Carolina, is electric as fans anticipate another high‑scoring affair under the bright lights of the tournament.