
Xavier Clinches Big East Title with 5-1 Victory Over UConn
Xavier defeated UConn 5-1 in the Big East Championship, highlighted by a four‑run sixth inning and a strong outing from Ryan Piech.
May 21, 2026
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Xavier defeated UConn 5-1 in the Big East Championship, highlighted by a four‑run sixth inning and a strong outing from Ryan Piech.

UConn’s baseball team dropped a 9‑6 decision to Villanova in its final regular‑season game, missing a chance at an outright conference crown. The loss caps a 9‑10 home record and sets the stage for a Big East Tournament clash with Xavier, to be streamed on ESPN+.