Ahead of the 2026 NCAA Tournament, the Lincoln Regional is set to showcase a clash between two nationally ranked teams. The Ole Miss Rebels, carrying an 18th‑seed ranking and a 36‑21 overall record, will meet the Arizona State Sun Devils, the 22nd‑seeded squad with a 37‑19 slate.
Lincoln’s Baseball Hub
The game will be staged at Hawks Field at Haymarket Park, a venue that has become synonymous with collegiate baseball in the Midwest. Located in the capital of Nebraska, the stadium offers an intimate atmosphere that can amplify the intensity of tournament play.
Both programs arrive with momentum shaped by recent conference tournaments. Ole Miss fell in the SEC Tournament to the Missouri Tigers, a loss that underscores the team’s resilience despite the setback. Arizona State, meanwhile, navigated a competitive Pac‑12 slate, dropping a game to West Virginia before rebounding with a victory over Cincinnati.
Key contributors for Ole Miss include Tristan Bissetta and Judd Utermark, each boasting 20 home runs this season, while Arizona State will lean on starting pitcher Cole Carlon, who enters the matchup with a 5‑2 record and a 3.51 ERA.
What’s at Stake
Beyond the immediate bracket implications, the matchup represents a test of depth and pitching acumen for both squads. A win could cement a favorable seed in the next round and provide a psychological edge heading into the super‑regional phase.
The contest is scheduled for Friday, May 29, 2026, at 9:00 p.m. Eastern Time and will be televised on ESPN2, giving fans across the country a chance to follow the action live.