The Little Rock Trojans are on the cusp of making history, needing just two victories over Troy to secure their first appearance at the College World Series in Omaha.
The Road to Omaha
Their path has been anything but ordinary. After capturing the Hattiesburg Regional with a five‑game winning streak, the Trojans have turned a modest program into a national story, driven by former Arkansas standouts Kade Smith and Tag Andrews.
Smith, who redshirted at Arkansas before a stint at Division II Harding, brings a polished bat to the lineup, while Andrews, also a former Razorback, earned OVC Tournament MVP honors and was named to the All‑Hattiesburg Regional Team.
Coach Chris Curry, who once served as a volunteer assistant on Arkansas’s staff, has helped shape the team’s pitching philosophy, a factor that many analysts say could tip the balance against Troy.
The upcoming Super Regional games, scheduled for Friday and Saturday, will test the Trojans’ depth and resilience. A win would not only crown a historic season but also spotlight the broader impact of Arkansas’s baseball pipeline on programs beyond Fayetteville.
Both Smith and Andrews have spoken about the emotional weight of reaching Omaha, describing it as the culmination of a lifelong dream for any collegiate player. Their reflections underscore how the Trojans’ underdog story resonates far beyond the diamond.