The Austin Super Regional got off to a fiery start as the Texas Longhorns opened play against the Oregon Ducks with an 11‑3 triumph that left the crowd buzzing and the scoreboard flashing a decisive margin.
Rodriguez’s Five‑RBI Explosion
Leadoff batter Adrian Rodriguez turned heads by delivering a career‑high five runs batted in, a burst of offense that set the tone for the entire lineup and underscored his rising star status.
Supporting his effort, Casey Borba added a solo homer that marked his 34th career round‑tripper, while Ethan Mendoza launched a 438‑foot blast to deep left‑center, extending the lead and energizing the home crowd.
Pitching Dominance and Team Milestones
On the mound, Dylan Volantis was nearly untouchable, fanning ten batters over five and one‑third innings and keeping Oregon’s hitters at bay. The Longhorns also celebrated a symbolic benchmark, having already amassed 100 home runs and 100 stolen bases for the season.
Oregon’s starter Cal Scolari took the loss, but the narrative shifted quickly as Texas prepared for a Sunday showdown that could clinch a spot in the College World Series in Omaha.
With the series tied 1‑0 in their favor, the Longhorns know that a single win will propel them into the next round, and the momentum generated by Rodriguez, Borba, Mendoza and the pitching staff makes that prospect feel within reach.