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UNC baseball loses to Tennessee, faces elimination game vs Florida State Original
UNC baseball lost to Tennessee 6-1 on Sunday at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Nebraska The Tar Heels now face an elimination game Tuesday. The Tar Heels will play Florida State on Tuesday, June 18, at 2 p.m. ET (ESPN), with the loser being eliminated from the tournament.
North Carolina posts walk-off defeat of Virginia in College World Series opener
In what was a pitcher's duel, North Carolina defeated Virginia 3-2 in walk-off fashion in the first game of the College World Series on Friday in Omaha, Nebraska. Outfielder Vance Honeycutt once again became the hero for the Tar Heels hitting an RBI single to left field in the bottom of the ninth inning to give North Carolina the victory. The Tar Heels will face the winner of Friday's second game between Tennessee and Florida State on Sunday.
Duke baseball loses to Oklahoma Sunday; eliminated from NCAA tournament Original
After a two hour rain delay, Duke baseball (40-20) falls to Oklahoma, 4-3, and is eliminated from the NCAA tournament. Pitcher Fran Oschell made his first career start for the Blue Devils on Sunday and struggled early on, walking three batters and allowing three runs in his lone two innings on the mound. Owen Proksch replaced Oschell in the third inning and pitched just ⅓ inning, walking a hitter.
Duke baseball in weather delay ahead of regional elimination game vs. Oklahoma Original
Sunday's elimination game between Duke baseball (40-19) and Oklahoma (38-20) has been delayed after an original scheduled first pitch of 3 p.m. ET. After Saturday's win against Oral Roberts, the Blue Devils were able to stay alive in the Norman Regional bracket, and will advance to the championship against UConn if they win against the Sooners on Sunday.
Duke baseball stays alive, eliminates Oral Roberts from NCAA tournament Original
Duke baseball was able to stay alive in the Norman Regional on Saturday, eliminating Oral Roberts with a 6-2 victory. The Blue Devils (40-19) or (39-20) got another spectacular outing from the pitching staff for the second straight day, led by pitcher Jonathan Santucci, who was starting for the first time since May 5. James Tallon, Kyle Johnson, Tim Noone and Charlie Beilenson were spectacular in their showings out of the bullpen as well.
When is Deontay Wilder's next fight? How to watch Tuscaloosa native vs. Zhilei Zhang Original
Former World Boxing Council heavyweight champion and Tuscaloosa native Deontay Wilder returns to the ring for the first time in 2024. Wilder, who last fought in a loss against Joseph Parker, has a fight scheduled against 41-year-old Zhilei Zhang from China. The fight is a co-main event, which will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Duke baseball falls short to UConn in the opening round of the Norman Regional Original
In what turned out to be a pitcher's duel, Duke baseball fell to the UConn Huskies 4-1 on Friday in the first game of the Norman regional held at L. Dale Mitchell Park in Norman, Oklahoma. The Blue Devils (39-19) were led by pitcher Andrew Healy on the mound, who tallied two strikeouts, three walks, four hits and allowed one run in four innings. It was another great outing for the second-year left hander, who has been the model of consistency all season for Duke.
Deontay Wilder return to ring: Heavyweight boxer facing Zhilei Zhang in Saudi Arabia Original
After losing two of his last three fights, Deontay Wilder (43-3-1) looks to bounce back against Zhilei Zhang (26-2-1) on Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The former World Boxing Council heavyweight champion from Tuscaloosa will be looking for his first knockout since 2022, when he stopped Robert Helenius in less than three minutes at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. It will be Wilder's second fight in six months. Wilder is a 6-foot-7 puncher with 42 knockout victories.
Where does Alabama baseball stand in NCAA Tournament projections before selection show? Original
With the regular season wrapped up, following an early exit from the SEC Tournament, Alabama baseball has final projections for the NCAA Tournament which begins May 31. The Crimson Tide (33-22, 13-17 SEC) is unlikely to host a regional after being eliminated in the first round of the SEC Tournament and a loss to Auburn in the regular season season finale.
Who will Alabama baseball play in SEC Tournament? Seed, time, TV info Original
Alabama baseball's seed for the SEC tournament is set. The Crimson Tide enter the SEC tournament as the No. 7 seed, facing the No. 10 seed South Carolina in the first round on Tuesday. The game will be streamed on SEC Network 40 minutes after the 9:30 a.m. CT matchup between the No. 11 LSU/No. 6 Georgia.
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns softball defeats Princeton in the semifinals of the Lafayette Regional on Saturday Original
No. 13 Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns defeated Princeton for the second time in two days, 2-1, clinching a spot in the Lafayette Regional championship against Baylor. The Ragin' Cajuns started sophomore Chloe Riassetto in the circle for the second time in as many days against the Tigers, and she was great once again pitching a complete eight innings with just four hits allowed, one strikeout, no walks and one run allowed.
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns softball falls to Baylor in the third game of the Lafayette Regional Original
No. 13 Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns softball got run ruled by Baylor on Saturday to the tune of 8-0 in five innings for the third time all season. The Ragin' Cajuns got off to a complete opposite start compared to Friday's game in the circle as junior pitcher Sam Landry lasted just 1 ⅔ innings surrendering six early runs. She was replaced by senior Denali Loecker who gave up another run in the second inning to give Baylor an early 7-0 lead through two.
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns softball defeats Princeton in the first round of the Lafayette Regional on Friday Original
No. 13 Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns softball advanced to the semifinals of the Lafayette Regional after defeating the Princeton Tigers 8-0 on a five-inning, run rule Friday. The Ragin' Cajuns went to their usual ways using different pitchers including sophomore Chloe Riassetto to start, senior Denali Loecker to follow followed by junior Lexie Debrey, who were all sensational in the circle Friday as they pitched five combined innings — allowing two hits, no runs, no walks and striking out two.
Alabama baseball falls to Auburn, 4-2, in the first game of final series of the season Original
Alabama baseball fell to Auburn 4-2 in the first game of its final SEC series of the season Thursday. The No. 24 Crimson Tide (32-20, 12-16 SEC) faced the Tigers (26-26, 7-21) in the 309th all time meeting between the two schools. Alabama failed to provide run support for pitcher Greg Farone, scoring two total runs coming in the fourth and seventh innings, one of the team's lower totals of the season.
UL softball: Complete schedule for NCAA Lafayette Regional
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns softball was awarded the No. 13 overall seed in the 2024 NCAA Tournament Sunday night and will host a regional for the first time since 2016. The Ragin' Cajuns will welcome Baylor, Ole Miss and Princeton in the Lafayette Regional at Lamson Park. Louisiana faces Princeton in its first game at 4:30 p.m. CT Friday. The regional tournament is double-elimination with two games on Friday between the 1-seed versus 4-seed and 2-seed versus 3-seed.
UL softball: Complete schedule for NCAA Lafayette Regional
Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns softball was awarded the No. 13 overall seed in the 2024 NCAA Tournament Sunday night and will host a regional for the first time since 2016. The Ragin' Cajuns will welcome Baylor, Ole Miss and Princeton in the Lafayette Regional at Lamson Park. Louisiana faces Princeton in its first game at 4:30 p.m. CT Friday. The regional tournament is double-elimination with two games on Friday between the 1-seed versus 4-seed and 2-seed versus 3-seed.
Latest Alabama baseball projections for NCAA tournament: Will Tide host a regional?
As the college baseball season approaches its conclusion, Alabama baseball has new projections for the upcoming NCAA tournament. Last week, the Crimson Tide was a projected No. 2 seed by D1 Baseball and a projected No. 4 seed by Baseball America. After losing another road SEC series, this time against Mississippi State, Alabama (30-18, 10-14 SEC) fell to No. 25 nationally in the USA Today coaches poll.
How to watch Alabama baseball vs. LSU; time, TV information for series
Alabama baseball returns home for its penultimate SEC series of the season against the LSU Tigers from May 10-12. The No. 25 Crimson Tide (30-18, 10-14 SEC) is coming off another road SEC series loss against Mississippi State. However, Alabama has been much better in conference series at home, totaling a 20-7 record and winning three out of four conference series at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. UPDATED RANKINGS FOR TOURNAMENT: Will Alabama baseball host a regional?
Alabama baseball tops Ole Miss for first road series win; scores, takeaways from the series Original
Alabama baseball won its first road series of the season by taking two out of three games against Ole Miss in Oxford. The No. 18 Crimson Tide (28-16, 9-12 SEC) dominated the Rebels (23-20, 7-14 SEC) on Thursday, winning the first game 12-0 by run rule in seven innings. Ole Miss came back with a 9-8 victory on Friday to level the series, and Alabama clinched the series with a 10-3 win on Saturday.
Pros and cons of Chargers picking Alabama football’s Justin Eboigbe in 2024 NFL Draft Original
Justin Eboigbe from Alabama football is officially an NFL rookie after being picked by the Los Angeles Chargers in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL draft. Here's what Eboigbe brings to Chargers, based on our own observations from his tenure at Alabama: What Eboigbe brings to Chargers in 2024 NFL Draft Despite being a late bloomer, Eboigbe is a defensive lineman who brings tremendous size and power to the Chargers' defensive tackle position.
Bengals pick Alabama WR Jermaine Burton in third round of 2024 NFL draft Original
The Cincinnati Bengals selected Alabama WR Jermaine Burton with the 80th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Burton spent four seasons in college, two with Georgia and two with Alabama, winning a national title with the Bulldogs in 2021. Here’s everything you need to know about Burton.
Pros and cons of Bengals picking Alabama football’s Jermaine Burton in 2024 NFL Draft Original
Former Alabama football wide receiver Jermaine Burton is officially an NFL rookie after being picked by Cincinnati Bengals with the 80th overall pick of the 2024 NFL draft. Here's what Burton brings to Bengals, based on observations from his tenure at Alabama: What Jermaine Burton brings to Bengals in 2024 NFL Draft Burton brings elite speed and big-play ability to the Bengals. He has good size and plays bigger than his 6-foot, 196-pound frame.
Latest Alabama baseball projections for NCAA tournament: Will Tide host a regional? Original
With the NCAA baseball bracket coming out on May 27, it is time to see where Alabama baseball is projected to be seeded. The 2024 NCAA tournament is set to begin on Friday May 31, paving the way for the start of the College World Series on Friday, June 14. The No. 18 Crimson Tide (26-15, 7-11 SEC) is in its first season under new coach Rob Vaughn, who was hired in June 2023.
Alabama high school soccer: 28 Tuscaloosa area players to watch for 2024 playoffs
With the Tuscaloosa high school soccer regular season coming to a close, the playoffs are next for some schools in the county. For 6A boys and girls soccer, the first round will be April 25-27, second round April 29-30 and the third round May 2-4. For classes 1A-5A and 7A, the first round will be April 29-30 and second round May 2-4. All classes will participate in the state tournament that runs May 8-11 in Huntsville.
Alabama baseball loses series to top-ranked Texas A&M but avoids sweep: series takeaways
Alabama baseball lost its series against top-ranked Texas A&M after losing both games of a doubleheader on Friday, but the Crimson Tide avoided the sweep with a win on Saturday. The No. 14 Crimson Tide (25-15, 7-11 SEC) and No. 1 Aggies (35-5, 13-5 SEC) were initially set to play at 6 p.m. CT on Thursday, but heavy rain Thursday evening forced the teams to reschedule for a Friday doubleheader. Alabama fell 10-5 in the first game, and Texas A&M clinched the series with an 18-9 victory in game two.
Alabama baseball drops second game of doubleheader against Texas A&M on Friday Original
For the second straight week Alabama baseball has welcomed the No. 1 team in the nation, this time with the Texas A&M Aggies coming to Tuscaloosa. In the second game of the doubleheader, Texas A&M defeated Alabama, 18-9, winning the series with a chance to sweep on Saturday. No. 14 Crimson Tide (24-15, 6-11 SEC) played two games on Friday after a cancellation of the series opening game on Thursday due to inclement weather.
Alabama baseball vs Texas A&M gets postponed Thursday; doubleheader scheduled for Friday Original
Alabama baseball had its first game against No. 1 Texas A&M postponed on Thursday due to inclement weather. The No. 14 Crimson Tide (24-13, 6-9 SEC) was scheduled to open its second straight home SEC series on Thursday at 6 p.m. CT but rainfall coming from Mississippi caused an eventual delay that led to a postponement.
How to watch Alabama baseball vs. Texas A&M: Start times, TV channel for series Original
Alabama baseball hosts the top ranked team in the country this weekend. The No. 14 Crimson Tide (24-13, 6-9 SEC) welcomes No. 1 Texas A&M (25-3, 6-3 SEC) for a three-game conference series from Thursday, April 18 to Saturday, April 20. Alabama bounced back in a major way by winning the series against one of the best teams in the nation in Arkansas last weekend after getting swept by Kentucky the week before.
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