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UCSB Baseball was outscored 11‑5 by Tarleton State in the Austin Regional opener, but the team’s resilience shines as they prepare for a pivotal elimination game against Holy Cross.
UC Santa Barbara lost 4-2 to Cal Poly in the Big West Championships, dropping them into the losers bracket. They now face UC San Diego in a must-win elimination game that could set up a rematch with Cal Poly and a possible championship on Sunday.
UC Santa Barbara clinched the 2026 Big West Baseball Championship with a 7-4 victory over Cal State Fullerton, fueled by an early six‑run burst and strong pitching from Jackson Flora.