The Volunteers concluded their 2026 regular‑season schedule with a commanding 11‑1 victory over Belmont at Lindsey Nelson Stadium on Tuesday, wrapping up a home slate that ended on a high note.
The win not only secured a 17‑4 all‑time edge over the Bruins but also marked the twelfth straight triumph in the in‑state series, underscoring Tennessee’s dominance in Knoxville.
A pitching performance to remember
Right‑hander Nic Abraham delivered 5.2 innings of work, scattering four hits while striking out four batters and throwing 50 pitches, 39 of them for strikes. His effort earned him the second win of the season and kept the opposition to a single earned run.
The offensive onslaught was equally impressive. Tennessee’s lineup erupted for twelve hits, including six solo homers. Jay Abernathy Jr., Levi Clark, Henry Ford, Trent Grindlinger, Hunter High and Garrett Wright each added a ball over the fence, while Clark, Grindlinger and Wright contributed multiple hits throughout the contest.
Looking ahead
The Vols will now turn their attention to a three‑game series against Oklahoma, beginning Thursday and running through Saturday, before heading to the SEC Tournament in Hoover, Alabama, scheduled for May 19‑24.
With a strong finish to the regular season, Tennessee enters the postseason poised to carry its momentum into the conference championship, where the team hopes to translate its home‑field success into a deep run.