
Sun Devils Fall in Extra-Innings Thriller at NCAA Regional Final
The Sun Devils fought valiantly in Lincoln, but situational hitting and a controversial call paved the way for Ole Miss to claim a 5‑4 victory in ten innings.
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The Sun Devils fought valiantly in Lincoln, but situational hitting and a controversial call paved the way for Ole Miss to claim a 5‑4 victory in ten innings.

Arizona State’s baseball team rallied past Nebraska 11‑8, driven by Dominic Smaldino’s grand slam and solid pitching from Colby Guy and Derek Schaefer, and now prepares for a pivotal matchup against Ole Miss.

The Huskers' 43‑17 campaign concluded with an 11‑8 defeat to Arizona State in the Lincoln Regional, a game marked by early fireworks, a mid‑game tie, and a late push that couldn't overcome the Sun Devils' lead.

The No. 22 Sun Devils battled Ole Miss through 14 innings, striking out 18 batters and delivering nine consecutive scoreless frames, but a late offensive slump sealed a 7-6 defeat and a matchup with South Dakota State.
After defeating Oral Roberts, the Jackrabbits head to Nebraska to face a familiar opponent in a regional that also includes Ole Miss and Arizona State.

After a 17‑year absence, the Nebraska baseball team will host an NCAA Regional at Hawks Field, facing South Dakota State, Ole Miss and Arizona State, with a strong chance to advance to the College World Series.

Houston Baseball fell 4-3 to Arizona State in the series opener, with key performances from Carsten Sabathia III, Dylan Maxcey and Antonelli Savattere, but a late two‑run burst by the Sun Devils proved decisive.