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Troy University’s baseball team surged to a program‑record No. 6 national ranking after a breakout season that included a Super Regional sweep and a College World Series victory, highlighted by record‑setting performances from Jabe Boroff and Jimmy Janicki.
The West Virginia Mountaineers and Troy Trojans meet again in Omaha, where the loser’s season ends and the winner eyes a rematch with North Carolina. Projected lineups feature a host of players, including Armani Guzman and Gavin Kelly, while starting pitchers are slated to take the mound.
North Carolina’s seventh‑inning rally, led by Gavin Gallaher’s clutch triple, secures a 5‑2 win over West Virginia and sets up a pivotal clash with Troy
During a College World Series contest in Omaha, sophomore outfielder Steven Meier suffered a lower‑leg injury on a slick patch of grass. Coach Skylar Meade confirmed that the setback will not sideline him for the next contest, highlighting the player’s toughness and the program’s confidence in his recovery.
With a single win needed to stay alive, Ole Miss will rely on Hunter Elliott's arm while Troy looks to extend its surprising run in the College World Series.
West Virginia Mountaineers defeated Troy 7-5 in their debut College World Series game, highlighted by Armani Guzman’s early run and Tyrus Hall’s clutch hitting.
The 2026 NAHL Entry Draft on June 10 highlighted five prospects from the Northland region, including Easton Walters and Ethan Jacobson, who were chosen by Anchorage and the Wilderness.
The Troy University baseball team clinches its inaugural College World Series appearance after a dominant 7-2 win over Little Rock, sparking jubilant celebrations and highlighting key performances from local standouts.
Troy University's baseball squad made history by sweeping Little Rock to claim its inaugural berth in the College World Series, where it will meet West Virginia in a yet‑to‑be‑scheduled opening game.
The Troy Trojans clinched a historic 7-2 win, advancing to the Division I College World Series for the first time and setting up a showdown with the West Virginia Mountaineers.
Troy University’s baseball squad defeated Arkansas‑Little Rock 12‑2 in the first game of the Super Regional, fueled by four home runs and a stellar pitching performance.
The Trojans defeated Little Rock 12‑2 before a record 6,426 fans, with local standouts shining and a spot in the College World Series within reach.
Troy's baseball team defeated Little Rock 12-2 on June 5, setting an attendance record while delivering a showcase of hitting and pitching that propels the squad toward the College World Series.
The University of Arkansas‑Little Rock opened with a 1‑0 advantage before Troy answered with five runs, setting the tone for a high‑stakes matchup that could send a team to the College World Series.
The Little Rock Trojans and Troy Trojans meet in an NCAA Super Regional on June 5, with a College World Series berth at stake. The game will be broadcast on ESPNU.
The Hurricanes survived a rain‑forced delay, rallied with timely hits and solid pitching to defeat the Trojans and set up a showdown with the Florida Gators.
The Brown Bears overcame early challenges in the Ivy League Tournament, delivering a ninth‑inning rally to defeat Penn, advancing to the championship game against Yale, and finishing the season with a record 23 wins.
Troy University’s baseball team earned an at-large berth to the 2026 NCAA Gainesville Regional, where they will meet Miami. With a 32-29 record, a top national strength of schedule, and multiple conference awards, the Trojans aim to advance beyond their historic 1-7 mark against Florida.
Southern Miss clinched its third Sun Belt Tournament title in four years with an 11-7 victory over Louisiana, earning an NCAA Tournament berth and a chance at a top‑eight seed.
Southern Miss secured a 6-2 victory over Troy, extending its streak of Sun Belt Championship appearances to four consecutive seasons. Joey Urban and Davis Gillespie delivered home runs, while Colby Allen’s relief pitching sealed the win.
The No. 8 nationally ranked Southern Miss baseball team saw its 11‑game winning streak snapped by Troy in a rain‑delayed semifinal, with both clubs trading blows before a ninth‑inning comeback fell short.
Louisiana’s recent victories, highlighted by key performances from Donovan LaSalle and Lee Amedee, have propelled them into the championship game, which is scheduled for Sunday afternoon.
Southern Miss’s baseball team, riding an 11‑game win streak, faces Troy in a semifinal that could set up a third straight championship appearance.
Southern Miss secured a semifinal berth with a 7‑6 victory over Troy, highlighted by Drey Barrett's walk‑off grand slam. Louisiana also moved into the final four after a 5‑4 win over Coastal Carolina, while Texas State prepares to face Louisiana in a rematch. The remaining semifinal spot will be decided in a Saturday morning elimination game between South Alabama and Troy.