The Old Dominion Athletic Conference saw a surprising surge in the 2026 NCAA Division III baseball tournament, with four of its members earning berths in the national field.
Lynchburg, the reigning regional champion, continued its recent dominance by outscoring its three opponents 38‑6 over a three‑game weekend, a performance that culminated in a fourth straight regional title for the program.
The team’s momentum carried into the Super Regionals, where they will meet a formidable opponent, and the weekend also showcased standout performances from reliever Trent Judd, who threw four scoreless innings to preserve the lead.
Randolph‑Macon secured its place in the Super Regionals with a 3‑0 victory over a regional rival, a win highlighted by William Wian’s solid pitching that earned him the decision.
Historic Milestones
The Maroons’ achievement marks only the second time in program history they have advanced this far, underscoring the program’s steady rise over the past decade.
Shenandoah and Bridgewater, despite competitive efforts, saw their tournament runs end with losses to Messiah (13‑0) and the University of Chicago (10‑9), respectively, closing out their seasons with hard‑fought battles.
Both Lynchburg and Randolph‑Macon now turn their attention to the Super Regionals, where the stakes will be higher and the competition tougher, but the ODAC’s recent surge suggests that either team could make a deep run.