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Head Coach Samantha Quigley Smith announced the commitment of guard Riley Abney, a 5‑9 shooter from Schoolcraft College, as the third offseason transfer. Her scoring prowess and defensive instincts aim to reinforce the Cougars' push for another Ohio Valley Conference deep run.
Over 14 weeks, Baseball America highlighted top college baseball talent, honoring 151 players and spotlighting repeat performers, including five‑time selection Evan Dempsey.
The University of Texas at San Antonio announced the hiring of Adam Short as an assistant coach, highlighting his extensive experience across multiple collegiate programs.
UTSA announced the hiring of Adam Short, a seasoned assistant with a track record of defensive improvement and tournament success.
The top-seeded SIUE Cougars baseball team saw their OVC Championship run halted on Friday, dropping a 3-2 decision in ten innings to second-seeded Eastern Illinois. The loss left the Cougars with a 33-23 record and forced them into an elimination showdown later that evening against either Little Rock or Southern Indiana.
SIUE baseball earned the top seed in the 2026 Ohio Valley Conference Baseball Championship for the first time in program history, setting the stage for a showdown with Eastern Illinois at Marion, Illinois.
A 3‑0 deficit vanished as SIUE rallied behind Gage Franck’s clutch triples, advancing to the OVC semifinals and setting up a showdown with Eastern Illinois.
SIUE will compete in the Ohio Valley Conference Championship from May 21‑23 at MTN Dew Park in Marion, Illinois, after clinching its first regular‑season title and setting numerous program records.
Ryan Niedzwiedz becomes the first SIUE player to be named Ohio Valley Conference co-Player of the Year, while Coach Sean Lyons captures Coach of the Year, highlighting a season that saw seven Cougars earn All-OVC honors and set multiple records.
The Ohio Valley Conference revealed its all‑conference baseball teams and individual awards ahead of the 2026 Championship, highlighting standout performances from UT Martin and SIUE.
The Cougars add experienced guard Giselle Dogan, who brings a 37% three‑point clip and 78% free‑throw accuracy, aiming to build on last season’s 16‑win campaign.
Junior Ryan Niedzwiedz was selected co-Player of the Year and Coach Sean Lyons earned Coach of the Year as SIUE clinches its first Ohio Valley Conference regular-season title and prepares for tournament play.
Junior pitcher Ryan Niedzwiedz and Coach Sean Lyons received top Ohio Valley Conference awards, while seven Cougars were recognized on All‑OVC teams as the squad prepares for tournament play.
Spencer Stearns has emerged as the ace of SIUE’s staff, guiding the Cougars to a No. 1 seed in the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament and setting the stage for a potential NCAA Tournament debut.
The University of Southern Indiana’s baseball squad, riding a 27‑27 record, clinches its fourth consecutive Ohio Valley Conference Championship appearance, setting up a pivotal game against fifth‑seeded Morehead State at Mtn Dew Park.
Jacob Whitehead, a SIUE alumnus and former graduate assistant, returns to the university as an assistant coach for the men's basketball program, bringing a track record of SEC achievements and player development.
The Cougars' ten-game winning streak was snapped in an 11-inning battle against UT Martin, featuring dramatic home runs and a senior ceremony.
A ninth‑inning rally led by Mike O'Conor's walk‑off homer and Ethan Rossi's decisive run capped a 9‑8 win for Eastern Illinois, while the Redhawks surged to a 12‑10 victory over Little Rock. The Panthers now sit at 30‑19 and have reached the 30‑win mark in four of the past five seasons.
SIUE head coach Brian Barone announced the hiring of alum Jacob Whitehead, whose four‑year stint at Ole Miss culminated in victories over top‑ranked teams and a Sweet 16 run, as the program’s new assistant.
In a commanding 8-2 victory over UT Martin, SIUE’s pitching staff and timely hitting turned the tide, completing a 10-game streak and marking a historic milestone for the program.
UT Martin’s baseball squad fell 8‑2 to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville but earned a fourth straight championship tournament appearance, highlighted by Grines’ three‑hit night and Sitton’s six strikeouts.
On May 14, 2026, the SIUE Cougars defeated UT Martin 8-2 at Simmons Baseball Complex, with pivotal home runs and clutch hits shaping the game.
The Cougars clinched their inaugural Ohio Valley Conference regular‑season title, finishing a 10‑game streak with an 8‑2 victory over UT Martin, highlighted by Heyder’s two homers and Stearns’ seven strikeouts.
With a nine‑game winning streak and a league‑leading offense, the SIUE Cougars are poised to capture their first OVC regular‑season championship as they host UT Martin in the last home series of the season.