The University of Texas baseball team continued its dominant stretch this spring, completing a sweep of Missouri that highlighted a week of conference recognition.
Tinney's Historic Swing
Carson Tinney, the Longhorns' senior slugger, was crowned SEC Player of the Week after delivering a performance that will be remembered for years. He launched three home runs in the series, capped by a 456‑foot grand slam that underscored his power hitting.
That blast marked Tinney's fifth home run of the season and made him the fifth Texas player in program history to reach the 20‑home‑run milestone in a single year, a testament to his consistency at the plate.
Volantis on the Mound
On the pitching side, Dylan Volantis earned SEC Co‑Pitcher of the Week honors after striking out 11 batters in a pivotal victory over Missouri. He limited the opposition to just one run on two hits, showcasing the poise that has defined his senior season.
Volantis' outing also marked his final regular‑season start, a fitting cap to a career that has seen him become one of the most reliable arms in the conference.
The accolades extend beyond the two standouts; six Longhorns have now collected SEC weekly awards in 2026, reflecting the depth of talent on the roster. The team, currently ranked No. 5 nationally, is poised to begin postseason play in the 2026 SEC Baseball Tournament, where the momentum could prove decisive.