
The Portal Players Who Shaped Mississippi State Baseball
From Scotty Dubrule’s steady presence to Ace Reese’s MLB draft buzz, Mississippi State’s transfer acquisitions have left a lasting imprint on the program.
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From Scotty Dubrule’s steady presence to Ace Reese’s MLB draft buzz, Mississippi State’s transfer acquisitions have left a lasting imprint on the program.
Florida A&M's baseball program is reshaping its lineup after a wave of transfers, while coach Shouppe looks to a talented incoming class featuring Christian Sheffield.
Angelo State University has appointed Mike Erwin as head coach of its women's soccer program, tapping a coach whose playing roots stretch from Albuquerque to Arizona and whose coaching record includes multiple conference tournament appearances and NCAA tournament berths.

A look at Josh Jackson's decision to join Mercer University, his academic plans, and the motivations behind his choice.
A look at the elite high school seniors in the Big Bend area, their college offers, commitments and the schools they may join next season

Travis Sanders, a versatile infielder from Copperas Cove, Texas, has officially pledged to the University of Tennessee after an impressive visit to Knoxville. His proven college production and the arrival of several high‑impact transfers promise to bolster the Volunteers' lineup and pitching staff.

Oregon State and Mercer meet again on March 28 at Goss Stadium, looking to build on a dramatic 7‑5 opener that featured clutch hits, dominant pitching and a surge of momentum for the home team.
Florida State will test its mettle on Sept. 19, 2026, when it visits Alabama in a rematch of last season’s surprise triumph. With the Crimson Tide reshaping their roster under coach Kalen DeBoer, the Seminoles hope to prove their victory was no fluke.

Mateo Serna, a switch‑hitting catcher with a .239 career average and a .988 fielding percentage, has committed to Alabama via the transfer portal, joining a group of new arms that could reshape the team’s dynamics.

The Eagles will open the season at home against Florida Gulf Coast University on August 20, host Liberty in September and conclude the regular season with a trio of home games before the Sun Belt Tournament begins in November.

The program adds a point guard with proven collegiate production, its first European recruit in over a decade, and a dynamic wing/forward, all praised by coaching staff for their on‑court impact and character.

Wyatt Hanoian, a draft‑eligible sophomore, has pledged to join the University of Tennessee baseball program, attracted by the Vols’ coaching staff, player development focus, and recent success against top‑10 opponents.
Wyatt Hanoian, a standout freshman at Air Force, has committed to Tennessee baseball, adding offensive firepower and defensive reliability to the Volunteers' roster.

Baseball America's 2026 All-American selections highlight Tennessee's newest recruit, a Mercer transfer who excelled both at the plate and on the mound and chose the Volunteers over Georgia and Wake Forest.

Florida State's baseball program has not reached the College World Series in consecutive seasons, prompting a focused effort to rebuild key positions and reclaim a spot in Omaha.
Tennessee baseball is reshaping its 2027 roster after a wave of departures, securing its first transfer commitment from Mercer two‑way player Braydon Kersey and targeting key additions in pitching, infield and outfield.

The University of Tennessee has secured the commitment of Braydon Kersey, a 6‑foot‑1, 205‑pound sophomore from Alpharetta, Georgia, who brings both bat and arm to the Volunteers' lineup.

Braydon Kersey commits to Tennessee baseball, bringing dual‑way talent and a proven track record to a Volunteers roster in rebuilding mode.

The Mercer Bears baseball program found itself at the center of a national conversation this spring, after the NCAA selection committee announced a bracket that omitted the team despite its lofty RPI ranking.
After losing his son Mason to sudden cardiac arrest on a soccer field, Scott Sells is advocating for a state law that requires AED registration, 911 training, and broader public access, hoping to prevent future fatalities.

Western Carolina’s 13‑inning loss ends a 36‑win season as Samford advances to face The Citadel in the championship game.

Western Carolina rallied in the eighth inning to defeat seventh‑seeded UNC Greensboro 4‑3, advancing to face Samford with a chance at the Southern Conference title.

The Western Carolina baseball team, riding a 35‑win season, will meet third‑seeded Samford in the 2026 Southern Conference Championship, looking to extend a recent edge in their historic rivalry.

Alden Wright, a senior at Sherwood Christian Academy in Georgia, ranks sixth in his class with a 4.0 GPA, excels in soccer, football, basketball, cross‑country, track and mock trial, and coaches youth soccer while looking ahead to a double major in business and mechanical engineering at Mercer University.