
Shockers Fall Short in Semifinal, East Carolina Advances to Championship
A thrilling 14‑12 victory over UAB was followed by a 13‑3 defeat to East Carolina, ending the Shockers’ 2026 campaign.
May 24, 2026
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A thrilling 14‑12 victory over UAB was followed by a 13‑3 defeat to East Carolina, ending the Shockers’ 2026 campaign.

A back‑and‑forth contest at BayCare Ballpark ended with Wichita State pulling ahead in the eighth inning, securing a 14‑12 win and a future clash with East Carolina for the championship.

UAB overcame a late deficit to defeat No. 3 Rice 9-6 in the 2026 American Baseball Championship, advancing to face either Memphis or Wichita State in the next round.

UAB edged UTSA 7-6 in the first game of their series, with Mason Steele delivering eight‑plus innings and the Blazers’ offense firing on all cylinders.