
Wildcats Win 5‑4 Thriller, Lock In Big 12 Spot
K-State edges UCF 5‑4 in Orlando, with Smolinski’s two homers and Sheffield’s six shutout innings securing a Big 12 berth.
May 16, 2026
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K-State edges UCF 5‑4 in Orlando, with Smolinski’s two homers and Sheffield’s six shutout innings securing a Big 12 berth.
UCF’s seventh-inning surge, featuring a double, a single and a homer, turns a tight contest into a 4-5 win over Kansas State.

As the regular season winds down, UCF baseball is poised to hit the 30‑win mark and secure a coveted NCAA Tournament berth, fueled by standout outings from junior outfielder Andrew Williamson and transfer John Smith III.