
Texas Sports Writers Announce 2026 Class 3A All‑State Baseball Team
The Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association revealed its Class 3A all‑state baseball selections, highlighting standout performances from across the state.
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The Blue Bell/Texas Sports Writers Association revealed its Class 3A all‑state baseball selections, highlighting standout performances from across the state.
A dozen local players receive recognition on the recent all‑state teams, highlighting the region’s deep talent pool and the continued success of several school programs.
With a first league triumph under their belts, Sporting Club Jacksonville prepares to host Brooklyn FC at Hodges Stadium on July 18, while the women's team looks to build on a dominant preseason performance.

The Charleston Battery defeated Sporting Club Jax 5‑2 on June 20 after a lengthy weather delay, with Miguel Berry scoring twice and several other contributors. The win lifts the Battery to second in the Eastern Conference and sets up a forthcoming clash with Loudoun United FC.
Sixteen-year-old Ethan Underwood stepped onto the pitch for Sporting Club Jacksonville, but defensive lapses led to a 2-0 loss against Tampa Bay Rowdies, after which the club looks ahead to a match against Monterey Bay FC.
In a back‑and‑forth state final, Boyd defeated London 9‑8, highlighted by Keelan Clary’s clutch hit and MVP honors.
In a back‑and‑forth battle, the Boyd Cardinals rallied from an 8‑3 deficit to defeat Corpus Christi London 9‑8, clinching their second UIL Class 3A Division I championship.

Boyd surged to a 7‑3 advantage in the bottom of the fifth, capitalizing on a four‑run fourth inning after London’s early home‑run burst.

The 2026 Texas high school baseball state championships opened on Tuesday in Austin, where the action is centered at Dell Diamond, a venue that has become synonymous with the state’s championship weekend. Thursday’s schedule spotlights the Class 2A and Class 3A title games, drawing the attention of coaches, players and fans across the Lone Star State. High School On SI is streaming final scores, recaps and live updates throughout the day, ensuring that followers can track every swing, pitch and run in real time.

The London Pirates are set to defend their state championship for a sixth consecutive season, with a rain‑soaked send‑off that highlighted community support and key players to watch.

The London Pirates, defending champions, prepare for the 2026 UIL 3A-DI State Championship game against Boyd at Dell Diamond in Round Rock, Texas.
Heavy rain forced the abandonment of a USL Championship game between Sporting Club Jacksonville and Brooklyn FC at Hodges Stadium, preserving a 2‑2 stalemate and setting up a June 6 showdown with the Tampa Bay Rowdies.
Sporting Club Jacksonville, winless in ten games, will host Brooklyn FC on May 31 at the University of North Florida. Both teams are in their first USL Championship season and rely on key performances from goalkeeper Christian Olivares and experienced players Ryan McLaughlin, Jaden Servania, and general manager Brian McBride.
On May 27, Sporting Club Jacksonville will host Western Conference leader San Antonio FC at Hodges Stadium, beginning a pivotal sequence of three consecutive home matches.
London High School’s baseball team defeated Falfurrias 4‑0, advancing to the state semifinals for the sixth consecutive season.

London’s 4-0 shutout of Falfurrias, powered by sophomore pitcher Crosby Zeller and clutch defensive plays, sets up a showdown with Huntington for a shot at the program’s third state title.

London’s squad posted a 10‑2 victory over Falfurrias in the opening game of the Region IV‑3A Division I final, with standout performances from Aiden Salinas and Christian Olivares.