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Texas Longhorns Capture NCAA Regional Crown, Set Sight on Oregon Super Regional

The Texas Longhorns clinched the NCAA Regional title on Saturday, edging out UC Santa Barbara 6-4 in a tightly contested game that showcased the team’s depth and poise. Aiden Robbins emerged as the tournament’s most outstanding player, delivering a decisive two‑run homer in the seventh inning that swung momentum in Texas’s favor. Coach Jim Schlossnagle’s tactical adjustments on the mound, including a timely switch to a reliever who limited the Gauchos’ rally, proved pivotal in sealing the victory. The win propels the Longhorns into a super regional matchup against Oregon, a program that has repeatedly tested Texas in recent years, with seven of the last nine Texas super regional teams advancing to the final eight. UC Santa Barbara’s head coach Andrew Checketts praised the Longhorns’ talent and infrastructure, likening the team’s setup to that of the New York Yankees, a testament to the program’s national reputation. Texas enters the next round with a team batting average of .376 and a slugging percentage of .761, numbers that underscore the offensive firepower that will be tested against the Ducks. Looking Ahead to the Super Regional, the upcoming series will feature a blend of veteran arms and fresh talent, with pitchers Luke Harrison, Sam Cozart, Rowan Kelly, Ruger Riojas, Carson Tinney and Temo Becerra all expected to see action. Their performances will be crucial as the Longhorns aim to extend their storied postseason run.

Jun 1, 2026