
Oregon Ducks Eye First College World Series Berth in Austin
The Ducks will face Texas in the Austin Super Regional, seeking their first CWS appearance since 1954, while the Longhorns bring a six‑title legacy and a shaky bullpen.
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The Ducks will face Texas in the Austin Super Regional, seeking their first CWS appearance since 1954, while the Longhorns bring a six‑title legacy and a shaky bullpen.

After a dominant Austin Regional sweep, the Texas baseball team, bolstered by a record‑breaking pitching staff and four hitters posting OPS above .890, prepares to host Oregon in a battle for Omaha.
The Oregon Ducks will meet the Texas Longhorns in an NCAA super regional in Austin starting June 6, marking the Ducks' third appearance in four years.

The Texas Longhorns clinched the NCAA Regional title on Saturday, edging out UC Santa Barbara 6-4 in a tightly contested game that showcased the team’s depth and poise. Aiden Robbins emerged as the tournament’s most outstanding player, delivering a decisive two‑run homer in the seventh inning that swung momentum in Texas’s favor. Coach Jim Schlossnagle’s tactical adjustments on the mound, including a timely switch to a reliever who limited the Gauchos’ rally, proved pivotal in sealing the victory. The win propels the Longhorns into a super regional matchup against Oregon, a program that has repeatedly tested Texas in recent years, with seven of the last nine Texas super regional teams advancing to the final eight. UC Santa Barbara’s head coach Andrew Checketts praised the Longhorns’ talent and infrastructure, likening the team’s setup to that of the New York Yankees, a testament to the program’s national reputation. Texas enters the next round with a team batting average of .376 and a slugging percentage of .761, numbers that underscore the offensive firepower that will be tested against the Ducks. Looking Ahead to the Super Regional, the upcoming series will feature a blend of veteran arms and fresh talent, with pitchers Luke Harrison, Sam Cozart, Rowan Kelly, Ruger Riojas, Carson Tinney and Temo Becerra all expected to see action. Their performances will be crucial as the Longhorns aim to extend their storied postseason run.

After a gritty 6-4 win that tested their mettle, the Longhorns, led by Most Outstanding Player Aiden Robbins and veteran coach Jim Schlossnagle, prepare for a super regional against an Oregon squad that has swept its own regional.

In a tightly contested regional final, Texas' trio of starters delivered a masterclass on the mound, while UCSB’s Rowan Kelly came within a whisker of two homers against closer Sam Cozart, drawing praise from coach Jim Schlossnagle.

The Texas Longhorns defeated UC Santa Barbara 6-4 in the Austin Regional Final, advancing to the Super Regional for the first time since 2023. Aiden Robbins' timely home run and a strong pitching performance set the stage for a potential showdown in Eugene.

The Longhorns have won their first two games in the Austin Regional and now face UC Santa Barbara in the final, looking to advance to the super regional.

The Longhorns rolled past Tarleton State 16-2, highlighted by a three-homer burst and a seven-strikeout performance from Volantis, as a rested bullpen prepares for the next round.

Texas prepares to host an NCAA Regional, relying on key players and home‑field advantage to advance.

As the 2026 NCAA baseball tournament prepares to open on May 29, Baseball America offers a deep dive into all 64 participants, spotlighting the powerhouse Longhorns, the pitching‑focused Gauchos, and the challengers hoping to make noise.

Freshman outfielder Jacob Parker of Mississippi State has been selected as one of five finalists for Baseball America's Freshman of the Year, highlighting a season marked by power, consistency, and conference recognition.

Three University of Texas standouts are finalists for Baseball America's top collegiate honors, highlighting a season of historic performances and record‑breaking statistics.

Freshman right‑hander Caden Glauber has emerged as a top contender for Baseball America’s Freshman of the Year, boasting a 1.93 ERA and 80 strikeouts while anchoring the Tar Heels’ rotation.

Baseball America's annual Freshman of the Year award honors college newcomers who blend immediate impact with long‑term upside. The 2026 finalists — Sam Cozart, Caden Glauber, Anthony Pack Jr., Jacob Parker and Teddy Tokheim — represent a mix of pitching dominance, offensive firepower and all‑around versatility.

Using run differential, fastball velocity and grades for run production and prevention, analysts have ordered every team in the 2026 tournament, highlighting the programs that combine elite arms with potent bats.

The Longhorns were shut down by Arkansas pitching in Birmingham, managing only four hits while eight relievers gained valuable experience ahead of the NCAA bracket reveal.

Friday’s SEC Baseball Tournament features a favored Texas team with a 550‑strikeout pitching staff and a showdown between Auburn and Texas A&M that highlights power hitters Caden Sorrell and Gavin Grahovac. Here’s what to watch.

The No. 5 Texas Longhorns will meet the No. 12 Arkansas Razorbacks in the SEC Tournament quarterfinals on May 22, 2026, at Hoover Metropolitan Stadium. With a storied head‑to‑head record and a rotation anchored by RHP Cody Howard, Texas enters the game boasting top‑tier national rankings.

Invitations to the 2026 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team Training Camp highlight the Longhorns' rising talent and set the stage for potential international competition in Taiwan.

The Texas Longhorns are preparing for the SEC Baseball Tournament, where relievers will step into starting roles to assess bullpen strength before the NCAA Tournament.

The 2026 SEC baseball tournament begins today in Hoover, Alabama, featuring a twelve-team field, a single-elimination bracket and key player storylines.

The SEC baseball tournament begins today in Hoover, Alabama, featuring a deep field of 16 teams, first‑round byes for the top four seeds, and a championship game scheduled for Sunday.

The Southeastern Conference unveiled its 2026 baseball awards, spotlighting top performers from Georgia, Florida, Texas and other member schools, and celebrating the depth of talent across the league.