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The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) baseball team achieved a remarkable milestone by breaking their NCAA postseason drought, defeating the Texas Longhorns 7-4. This victory marks their first-ever appearance in an NCAA super regional and a significant turnaround for the team, who previously struggled in postseason play. Key contributions came from standout players, including Norris McClure, who hit a two-run home run, and pitcher Gunnar Brown, who delivered a solid five-inning performance. UTSA will now face UCLA in the upcoming super regional series.
Austin, Texas – The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) baseball team made history by defeating the No. 2 national seed Texas Longhorns 7-4 at Disch-Falk Field on Saturday, marking the Roadrunners’ first-ever appearance in an NCAA super regional. This victory not only secured the Austin regional championship for UTSA but also ended the team’s NCAA postseason drought, as they had never won a game in previous postseason attempts.
Prior to this weekend, UTSA had emerged victorious in their regional opener against Kansas State on Friday with a score of 9-7, leading to their matchup against Texas. The team’s remarkable turnaround is evident as they have now defeated Texas three times in the 2025 season, having previously won in March. Entering this season, UTSA had only achieved two wins against Texas in the 2000s and faced a daunting all-time series record of 26-6 against the Longhorns.
UTSA’s triumph in the regional final was significantly bolstered by a strong offensive performance and substantial contributions from multiple players. The Roadrunners executed a pivotal third inning, scoring five runs, which included a three-run double. The driving force behind the offense, Norris McClure, had a standout game, going 3-for-5 and hitting a two-run home run in the first inning. Pitcher Gunnar Brown, despite having a 7.85 ERA before the game, delivered a strong performance, pitching five innings and allowing only one earned run on six hits, while striking out four batters. Despite a late effort from Texas, which included a solo home run in the eighth and a two-run shot in the ninth, UTSA controlled the game throughout.
As a result of their victory, UTSA, entering the regional as the No. 2 seed, now prepares to face No. 15 UCLA in a best-of-three super regional series, scheduled to start on either Friday or Saturday. Coach Pat Hallmark emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and aiming for more victories rather than celebrating the milestone they just achieved. This shift in momentum signifies a significant improvement for UTSA as they are one of only two teams from outside a power conference remaining in the tournament, alongside No. 13 Coastal Carolina.
This historic victory also resonates with context, as UTSA had previously struggled in postseason play, with an all-time record of 0-6 in NCAA regional appearances. Their performance this weekend is their first victory in NCAA postseason history, showcasing the team’s growth and determination. Coach Hallmark expressed pride in his players, acknowledging the belief they had in themselves despite the challenges encountered during the season.
With their season-ending for Texas, the Longhorns concluded with a record of 44-14 under first-year coach Jim Schlossnagle, who had previously guided the team to an SEC regular season title. As UTSA gears up for the super regional, the atmosphere at Disch-Falk Field was electric with a crowd of 7,407— a notable experience compared to prior Division II play for many of the Roadrunners. This impressive turnout also reflects the increasing support for the program, which now looks to build on its success against top-seeded competition.
In summary, UTSA’s historic 7-4 victory over Texas not only propels them into the super regional but also symbolizes a new era for Roadrunner baseball, as they will strive to continue their postseason journey and further establish themselves against significant competition.
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