
Texas State Baseball Bolsters Roster Ahead of Pac‑12 Debut
Coach Steven Trout’s strategy of keeping key players and adding portal talent aims to make Texas State a competitive force in its inaugural Pac‑12 season.
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Coach Steven Trout’s strategy of keeping key players and adding portal talent aims to make Texas State a competitive force in its inaugural Pac‑12 season.

Rick Guarno joins Texas State after a minor‑league coaching career that included stints with the Miami Marlins and New York Yankees, bringing fresh expertise to a Bobcats squad returning key players and aiming for a Pac‑12 breakthrough.

Rick Guarno, who previously coached in the farm systems of the Marlins, Mets and Yankees, is set to lead Texas State’s offense as the team eyes a Pac‑12 debut after a record‑breaking season.

The Bobcats shattered offensive records, earned their first at‑large NCAA Tournament berth since 2022, and showcased a blend of power hitting and emerging pitching talent despite defensive lapses.

Despite a roster depleted by injuries, Texas State’s baseball team rallied to set a new home‑run record, earn an NCAA Tournament spot and position itself for a move to the Pac‑12.

After a heavy loss to Texas A&M, Texas State must rally against a deep USC pitching staff, relying on late‑inning resilience and key performances from players like Chase Mora.

Texas A&M’s recent win over Lamar and Texas State’s upset of USC set the stage for a decisive matchup that will determine the Regional Final participant and the loser’s elimination path.

Texas State and USC clash in the College Station Regional, where the hitter‑friendly Blue Bell Ballpark could shape the outcome of a tournament that also features a looming showdown with Texas A&M.

Texas State looks to break its winless streak against a top‑10 RPI opponent USC in the College Station Regional, with a berth against Texas A&M on the line.

A look at the offensive firepower, pitching strengths, and emotional storylines heading into the College Station regional.

Texas State lost 12-8 to Louisiana in the Sun Belt Tournament, with a ninth‑inning home run sealing the defeat and jeopardizing their postseason prospects.
Louisiana’s offense erupts in the eighth, with Colt Brown, Donovan LaSalle and Parker Smith delivering key performances, while the team prepares for a second showdown against Texas State.

With both programs riding hot streaks and eyeing at‑large bids, the showdown at Dabos Stadium promises drama and a test of depth.

Texas State and Louisiana meet in a high‑stakes Sun Belt Tournament game that could lock a semifinal spot and an NCAA at‑large bid, with both squads riding hot streaks and the contest broadcast on ESPN+ from Dabos Stadium in Montgomery, Alabama.

Texas State and the University of Louisiana meet in Montgomery on May 21, battling for a conference semifinal and an at-large NCAA Tournament invitation, with ESPN+ set to broadcast the clash.

The Bobcats are poised for a pivotal matchup that could secure a postseason spot, riding a historic home-run surge and a pitching duel anchored by Wade Cooper.

Marshall’s bats came alive early and late, while a defensive misstep opened the door for a decisive run, culminating in a walk-off homer that secured the 5-4 victory.

Texas State baseball defeated Marshall 12‑9 in a game highlighted by seven home runs, featuring standout performances from Manny Salas and Clayton Namken, and a resilient bullpen effort.

The Herd dropped a 12-9 decision in the second game of their Texas State series, with Evan Bottone and Ethan Murdoch delivering strong offensive outings.

In San Marcos, Texas, Texas State University opened its series against Marshall University with a 5‑0 win, highlighted by consecutive homers from Jaquae Stewart and Clayton Namken and a later rally that left the Herd seeking a Friday night turnaround.

A look at the top hitters and pitchers making noise as the college baseball regular season nears its end.