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The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) achieved a historic victory, eliminating the No. 2 seed Texas Longhorns from the NCAA baseball tournament with a 7-4 win. This marks UTSA’s first advancement to the super regionals, showcasing their strong performance led by pitcher Gunnar Brown and impactful hits from Norris McClure and Ty Hodge. Texas’s inconsistent offense led to their downfall, resulting in a disappointing end to their season. The Roadrunners’ milestone win has ignited excitement within their baseball community.
Austin – In a stunning upset, the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) eliminated the No. 2 seed Texas Longhorns from the NCAA baseball tournament with a decisive 7-4 victory at the UFCU Disch-Falk Field on June 1. This victory marked a significant moment for UTSA, propelling them into the super regionals for the first time in the school’s history.
The Longhorns’ defeat follows a challenging day in which they found themselves in a difficult position after a loss to UTSA on May 31. Needing to bounce back, Texas had earlier eliminated Kansas State with a 15-8 score, but they could not maintain the momentum against the Roadrunners. With this loss, Texas became the second top-seeded team to be eliminated in their home regional, after Wright State secured a 5-4 victory over No. 1 seed Vanderbilt on the same day.
UTSA’s success can be attributed to strong performances from several players. Gunnar Brown, the Roadrunners’ starting pitcher, delivered a pivotal performance, allowing only six hits and one earned run while striking out four and walking two batters over five innings. Brown’s commanding presence on the mound was critical in keeping the Longhorns scoreless for the first half of the game. He was replaced by Connor Kelley after 70 pitches.
Offensively, the Roadrunners were quick to establish their dominance, scoring seven runs in the first three innings. Norris McClure made a significant impact by launching a two-run home run in his first at-bat, leading to a standout performance where he went 3 for 5 for the game. Furthermore, Ty Hodge contributed a key moment with a bases-clearing double, helping UTSA jump to a commanding 6-0 lead early on.
Texas struggled to convert scoring opportunities, leaving nine runners stranded on base throughout the game. Their offense found some rhythm later, with Max Belyeu and Kimble Schuessler each hitting home runs, but it was too little too late. The Longhorns only managed one run through the first three innings against a strong UTSA defense. Texas’s lack of clutch hitting was evident, having already stranded 14 runners in their previous game.
The matchup on June 1 marked the third encounter between UTSA and Texas in the season, with UTSA emerging victorious in all three meetings. This outcome capped off Texas’s season at 44-14 under first-year head coach Jim Schlossnagle. The elimination from the regional round was disappointing for the Longhorns, who had high expectations following a successful season.
Texas utilized a varying pitching strategy during the game, relying on five different pitchers who collectively allowed eight hits and hit five batters. The strategy, however, did not yield the desired results as UTSA’s offense was able to capitalize on the inconsistencies in the Texas pitching staff.
The Roadrunners’ success is a landmark achievement in their athletic program, as it not only marks their first advancement to the super regionals but also highlights the significant progress made throughout the season. The team’s ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations will serve them well as they continue in the tournament. The victory has ignited excitement within the UTSA baseball community and showcased the potential for the program in the future.
This elimination of Texas serves as a reminder of the uncertainty and thrill of the NCAA baseball tournament, where upsets and surprises can occur at any moment.
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- NCAA
- Wikipedia: NCAA Baseball Tournament
- The Statesman
- Google Search: UTSA Baseball 2025
- USA Today
- Google Scholar: University of Texas at San Antonio Baseball
- Texas Longhorns
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Texas Longhorns baseball
- ESPN
- Google News: UTSA vs. Texas 2025
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