Troy University's baseball program celebrated a landmark achievement this week as it earned its first-ever appearance in the College World Series, a feat accomplished by sweeping the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in the super‑regional round. The final game ended 7‑2, cementing the historic run.
A 7‑2 Victory
Drew Nelson ignited the offense with a two‑out double in the first inning that brought home two runs, and the lead continued to grow as Aaron Piasecki and Steven Meier added runs in subsequent frames. Josh Pyne contributed a tally in the seventh, while Blake Cavill capped the scoring with two more in the ninth.
Tommy Egan's Masterful Outing
On the mound, right‑hander Tommy Egan delivered a stellar performance, limiting Little Rock to just two runs over 7 ⅓ innings. He struck out eight batters while surrendering only eight hits, preserving the offense’s momentum.
Looking Toward the CWS
Troy will now turn its attention to the national stage, where it is slated to open the College World Series against West Virginia. The exact date, start time and television designation have not yet been released, but anticipation is already building among fans and alumni.
The historic run reflects years of development within the program and underscores the impact of a cohesive roster that includes players such as Drew Nelson, Aaron Piasecki, Steven Meier, Josh Pyne, Blake Cavill, and a deep pitching staff anchored by Tommy Egan. As the team prepares for its first CWS appearance, the university community rallies behind a new era of baseball excellence.