
Air Force Baseball Falls in Mountain West Championship Finale
The Falcons' surprising run to the semifinals ends in an 11‑8 loss, capping a season that exceeded preseason expectations.
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The Falcons' surprising run to the semifinals ends in an 11‑8 loss, capping a season that exceeded preseason expectations.

The Falcons routed UNLV 17-2 in the tournament opener, stealing 11 bases, hitting four home runs and scoring in every inning except the seventh. Landon Boyd drove in six runs, while Gaines Estridge earned the win on the mound.

In a dramatic showdown at Coleman Field, the Air Force Falcons overcame an early deficit to defeat the seventh‑ranked Oregon State Beavers 9‑6, securing a signature win that underscores their rising momentum.

Air Force baseball secured a 9-6 victory over seventh‑ranked Oregon State, highlighted by strong hitting and pitching performances.