The University of Kansas baseball squad edged out BYU 7-6 in a tightly contested battle that kept its hopes alive for the Big 12 crown.
A Late Surge Secures the Win
The Jayhawks entered the final inning locked in a 6-6 deadlock, with the conference title race tightening against West Virginia.
Tyson Owens stepped up and launched a solo home run that broke the tie, delivering the decisive run for Kansas.
Coach and teammates praised Owens' composure under pressure, noting how the blast shifted momentum in the final moments.
The victory sets up a pivotal Game 3 scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday, where the Jayhawks will look to maintain their edge in the conference standings.
With the win, Kansas now sits in a tight race with West Virginia, making every subsequent game critical in the pursuit of the Big 12 title.