Question: How many times could the Texas Longhorns come back to win a best of three series after losing game 1? Answer: As many times as they have to.   The Longhorns, after dropping game one to Arizona State and tying the series at one a piece yesterday, worked up more magic on Sunday as they beat the Sun Devils to advance to their 34th College World Series Appearance. Texas, which had to play from behind in the Austin Regional after losing game one to Kent State, managed to win out to advance to the Super Regional. No stranger to Omaha, Texas holds 6 national baseball titles and 82 CWS wins (most of any school). Arizona State, boasting 5 CWS Championships proved to be a formidable opponent in Austin's Super Regional.
Texas starter Sam Stafford was dinged in the first inning for two runs after ASU's Riccio Torrez hit a two run shot over the right field fence.  The Longhorns scored one in the bottom of the first to cut the ASU lead to 2-1. The Longhorns tied it up in the 5th at 2-2 after a bizzare balk call which sent Brandon Loy to home plate. The balk run was much needed after the Longhorns left the bases loaded in the 4th with no outs. The Longhorns then went on the score 2 more runs in the bottom of the 6th and held that lead for the rest of the game. Hoby Milner, the lightning lefthander went on to get the win for the Longhorns and Corey Knebel earned his 19th save.
Texas will play the Florida Gators in round one of the College World Series which begins on June 18th. Hook 'em.
Question: How many times could the Texas Longhorns come back to win a best of three series after losing game 1? Answer: As many times as they have to.   The Longhorns, after dropping game one to Arizona State and tying the series at one a piece yesterday, worked up more magic on Sunday as they beat the Sun Devils to advance to their 34th College World Series Appearance. Texas, which had to play from behind in the Austin Regional after losing game one to Kent State, managed to win out to advance to the Super Regional. No stranger to Omaha, Texas holds 6 national baseball titles and 82 CWS wins (most of any school). Arizona State, boasting 5 CWS Championships proved to be a formidable opponent in Austin's Super Regional.
Texas starter Sam Stafford was dinged in the first inning for two runs after ASU's Riccio Torrez hit a two run shot over the right field fence.  The Longhorns scored one in the bottom of the first to cut the ASU lead to 2-1. The Longhorns tied it up in the 5th at 2-2 after a bizzare balk call which sent Brandon Loy to home plate. The balk run was much needed after the Longhorns left the bases loaded in the 4th with no outs. The Longhorns then went on the score 2 more runs in the bottom of the 6th and held that lead for the rest of the game. Hoby Milner, the lightning lefthander went on to get the win for the Longhorns and Corey Knebel earned his 19th save.
Texas will play the Florida Gators in round one of the College World Series which begins on June 18th. Hook 'em.
In a "win or go home" situation for the Texas Longhorns, the bats came alive in game two of the Austin Super Regional. Cole Green got the start for the 'Horns and pitched well giving up only one earned run. Texas took a 2-1 lead into the 9th inning as the visiting team. Jordan Etier, who has had a less than stellar postseason at the plate, stepped up to the plate with runners on the corners and ripped a breaking ball over the left field fence. The Longhorns took a commanding 5-1 lead and Corey Knebel stepped in as the closer and finished off the game in the bottom of the 9th.
Texas faces Arizona State tonight at 6:00 pm on ESPN2 with the winner advancing to the College World Series in Omaha.
In a "win or go home" situation for the Texas Longhorns, the bats came alive in game two of the Austin Super Regional. Cole Green got the start for the 'Horns and pitched well giving up only one earned run. Texas took a 2-1 lead into the 9th inning as the visiting team. Jordan Etier, who has had a less than stellar postseason at the plate, stepped up to the plate with runners on the corners and ripped a breaking ball over the left field fence. The Longhorns took a commanding 5-1 lead and Corey Knebel stepped in as the closer and finished off the game in the bottom of the 9th.
Texas faces Arizona State tonight at 6:00 pm on ESPN2 with the winner advancing to the College World Series in Omaha.
With Taylor Jungmann starting game one of the Austin Super Regional most Longhorn fans through the team had a better than average chance of beating Arizona State. On a nationally televised game by ESPN, Jungmann pitched pretty darn good - giving up one earned run in 7 1/3 innings pitched. The demise of the Longhorns were the errors that resulted in 2 unearned runs Arizona State added in the third inning. A hard hit grounder that bounced off of Tant Shepard's glove at first base and a mound-grounder that Jungmann easily grabbed and threw to second base (only to find nobody there to catch it) resulted in Arizona State taking a 2-0 lead. Texas cut the lead in half by scoring one run in the bottom of the third but Arizona State added to its lead by scoring an insurance run in the 8th. The Sun Devils won by a score of 3-1 and force the Longhorns to play from behind in the series, much like the regional series forced them to do.
If fans in the stand and elsewhere heard the chants of "Rudy, Rudy, Rudy" from Sun Devil fans in the stands, it wasn't because they were watching the Golden Domer movie Rudy. Instead they were cheering for ASU's freshman outfielder Johnny Ruettiger (nephew of Dan "Rudy" Ruettiger, walk-on football player at Notre Dame and basis for the movie Rudy). While Arizona State did win game one, Tempe Arizona is a long way from Touchdown Jesus and Southbend, Indiana. The Longhorns present Cole Green on the mound tonight in hopes of tying the Super Regional Series at one a piece.
With Taylor Jungmann starting game one of the Austin Super Regional most Longhorn fans through the team had a better than average chance of beating Arizona State. On a nationally televised game by ESPN, Jungmann pitched pretty darn good - giving up one earned run in 7 1/3 innings pitched. The demise of the Longhorns were the errors that resulted in 2 unearned runs Arizona State added in the third inning. A hard hit grounder that bounced off of Tant Shepard's glove at first base and a mound-grounder that Jungmann easily grabbed and threw to second base (only to find nobody there to catch it) resulted in Arizona State taking a 2-0 lead. Texas cut the lead in half by scoring one run in the bottom of the third but Arizona State added to its lead by scoring an insurance run in the 8th. The Sun Devils won by a score of 3-1 and force the Longhorns to play from behind in the series, much like the regional series forced them to do.
If fans in the stand and elsewhere heard the chants of "Rudy, Rudy, Rudy" from Sun Devil fans in the stands, it wasn't because they were watching the Golden Domer movie Rudy. Instead they were cheering for ASU's freshman outfielder Johnny Ruettiger (nephew of Dan "Rudy" Ruettiger, walk-on football player at Notre Dame and basis for the movie Rudy). While Arizona State did win game one, Tempe Arizona is a long way from Touchdown Jesus and Southbend, Indiana. The Longhorns present Cole Green on the mound tonight in hopes of tying the Super Regional Series at one a piece.
When I read the articles about Colt McCoy's wife, Rachel, saying that UT Football players were offered meals and other benefits I just about spit my Sierra Nevada out of my mouth! First of all she is telling us something we already know. These players eat out at restaurants and yes, even visit bars, and folks are always trying to buy them meals and drinks. As a fan, that is the most honest, genuine gesture one can make to show appreciation for the things these guys do for our team. I remember I was in a bar on 6th Street back in the mid 90's and Kris Clack and Brandon Nava were in the bar also. My friends and I were fortunate enough to have them sit at our table for a few minutes. We chatted about the basketball and football seasons and the waitress rolled around (actually I think one of us went up to the bar) and we ordered drinks for everyone. I do not remember whether or not either of them drank what we bought, but it did not cross our minds that this would be an NCAA violation. So yes, Rachel McCoy is probably correct - players are most likely offered meals quite frequently. This is common sense. Happens in Southbend, Norman, Los Angeles, State College and every other football town in America. Doesn't mean players are soliciting freebies... they are just living their lives. Being an athlete inherently brings that kind of stuff.
Secondly, what in the heck is Colt MCcoy's wife doing calling Colin Cowherd and discussing this kind of stuff? I know the NFL season is in jeopardy, but isn't she a nurse or something like that?   The University and the athletic program staff know how to do their jobs quite well.  Additionally, we all know that the Texas Athletic Program is like a family and any concerns from the McCoy family can easily be handled internally like a family.
When I read the articles about Colt McCoy's wife, Rachel, saying that UT Football players were offered meals and other benefits I just about spit my Sierra Nevada out of my mouth! First of all she is telling us something we already know. These players eat out at restaurants and yes, even visit bars, and folks are always trying to buy them meals and drinks. As a fan, that is the most honest, genuine gesture one can make to show appreciation for the things these guys do for our team. I remember I was in a bar on 6th Street back in the mid 90's and Kris Clack and Brandon Nava were in the bar also. My friends and I were fortunate enough to have them sit at our table for a few minutes. We chatted about the basketball and football seasons and the waitress rolled around (actually I think one of us went up to the bar) and we ordered drinks for everyone. I do not remember whether or not either of them drank what we bought, but it did not cross our minds that this would be an NCAA violation. So yes, Rachel McCoy is probably correct - players are most likely offered meals quite frequently. This is common sense. Happens in Southbend, Norman, Los Angeles, State College and every other football town in America. Doesn't mean players are soliciting freebies... they are just living their lives. Being an athlete inherently brings that kind of stuff.
Secondly, what in the heck is Colt MCcoy's wife doing calling Colin Cowherd and discussing this kind of stuff? I know the NFL season is in jeopardy, but isn't she a nurse or something like that?   The University and the athletic program staff know how to do their jobs quite well.  Additionally, we all know that the Texas Athletic Program is like a family and any concerns from the McCoy family can easily be handled internally like a family.
After losing on day two of the regionals, the Texas Longhorns had to win 3 straight games to advance to the Super Regionals which begin on Friday. The Horns draw Arizona State, a school that has a storied baseball program, much like the University of Texas.  The Longhorns have had a slew of players taken in the MLB Draft which began yesterday, including Taylor Jungmann who went 12th overall to the Milwaukee Brewers. Arizona State is waiting on an appeals ruling which is essentially the only reason the Sun Devils are involved in post season play. Accused of NCAA violations and banned from 2011 post-season play, ASU filed an appeal and is waiting on the NCAA to render a judgment. Until then, the Sun Devils are playing baseball. GOOD BASEBALL, as evidenced by their cruising through the Tempe, Arizona Regional with a 3-0 record. Â
It should be an exciting time in Austin on Friday and Saturday (and Sunday if necessary). Texas is looking to get tback to the College World Series, where they have made 33 appearances, amassed 82 wins and won 6 national championships. The Super Regional games will be televised on ESPN and ESPN2. Hook 'em.
After losing on day two of the regionals, the Texas Longhorns had to win 3 straight games to advance to the Super Regionals which begin on Friday. The Horns draw Arizona State, a school that has a storied baseball program, much like the University of Texas.  The Longhorns have had a slew of players taken in the MLB Draft which began yesterday, including Taylor Jungmann who went 12th overall to the Milwaukee Brewers. Arizona State is waiting on an appeals ruling which is essentially the only reason the Sun Devils are involved in post season play. Accused of NCAA violations and banned from 2011 post-season play, ASU filed an appeal and is waiting on the NCAA to render a judgment. Until then, the Sun Devils are playing baseball. GOOD BASEBALL, as evidenced by their cruising through the Tempe, Arizona Regional with a 3-0 record. Â
It should be an exciting time in Austin on Friday and Saturday (and Sunday if necessary). Texas is looking to get tback to the College World Series, where they have made 33 appearances, amassed 82 wins and won 6 national championships. The Super Regional games will be televised on ESPN and ESPN2. Hook 'em.
The Texas Longhorns are as "scrappy" as "scrappy" gets - today. Playing a 1:00 pm game against Texas State and needing to win that game to earn a chance to play undefeated Kent State at 6:30 pm.  The Longhorns did just that. Texas threw it all on the table and managed to beat Texas State by the score of 4-3 after trailing 2-0 early in the game. The star of the game was Kevin Lusson who hit a walk-off single in the bottom of the 9th inning with the bases loaded.  Corey Knebel ended up with the win but Cole Green pitched well as the starter for the game.
With little time to celebrate, the Longhorns knew they needed to regather themselves to take on undefeated Kent State at 6:30 pm. Texas put up 3 runs in the first inning as the visitor team, then added another run int h second to make it a 4-0 game. Kent State put up two runs in the 3rd which managed to cut the Longhorn lead to 4-2. Texas scored runs in the 4th and 6th innings, while Kent State scored a run int he 7th inning making the Texas lead 6-3 in the 8th inning. Heading into the 9th inning, Texas had several base runners and 3 were knocked in on Kevin Lusson's 3-run home run which saw the Longhorns take a 9-3 lead and win over Kent State.
Texas takes on Kent State again on Monday at 1:00 pm in hopes of advancing (and hosting) an NCAA Super Regional.
The Texas Longhorns are as "scrappy" as "scrappy" gets - today. Playing a 1:00 pm game against Texas State and needing to win that game to earn a chance to play undefeated Kent State at 6:30 pm.  The Longhorns did just that. Texas threw it all on the table and managed to beat Texas State by the score of 4-3 after trailing 2-0 early in the game. The star of the game was Kevin Lusson who hit a walk-off single in the bottom of the 9th inning with the bases loaded.  Corey Knebel ended up with the win but Cole Green pitched well as the starter for the game.
With little time to celebrate, the Longhorns knew they needed to regather themselves to take on undefeated Kent State at 6:30 pm. Texas put up 3 runs in the first inning as the visitor team, then added another run int h second to make it a 4-0 game. Kent State put up two runs in the 3rd which managed to cut the Longhorn lead to 4-2. Texas scored runs in the 4th and 6th innings, while Kent State scored a run int he 7th inning making the Texas lead 6-3 in the 8th inning. Heading into the 9th inning, Texas had several base runners and 3 were knocked in on Kevin Lusson's 3-run home run which saw the Longhorns take a 9-3 lead and win over Kent State.
Texas takes on Kent State again on Monday at 1:00 pm in hopes of advancing (and hosting) an NCAA Super Regional.
ALL pitchers have bad days. Koufax, Cy Young, Bob Gibson, Bob Feller, Lefty Grove, Nolan Ryan, Taylor Jungmann. Taylor Jungmann?? No, Taylor Jungmann is not in the league of these folks quite yet but the Junior Longhorn pitcher is one of the hottest names in college baseball. Unfortunately he was roughed up in his first start in the Austin Regionals yesterday giving up 7 runs on 8 hits and was replaced by Andrew McKirihan. After the 6th inning, Texas found themselves in a 7-2 hole and did not score any more runs until the 9th inning when the rally fell short and they scored only 3 more runs.
The Kent State Golden Flashes are undefeated in regional play and face the winner of the Texas vs. Texas State game which begins at 1:00 pm central time on Sunday. The Longhorns must win 2 games today if they are to make it to the Austin NCAA Regional Championship game on Monday against Kent State. Put the rally caps on and Hook 'Em Horns!!!
ALL pitchers have bad days. Koufax, Cy Young, Bob Gibson, Bob Feller, Lefty Grove, Nolan Ryan, Taylor Jungmann. Taylor Jungmann?? No, Taylor Jungmann is not in the league of these folks quite yet but the Junior Longhorn pitcher is one of the hottest names in college baseball. Unfortunately he was roughed up in his first start in the Austin Regionals yesterday giving up 7 runs on 8 hits and was replaced by Andrew McKirihan. After the 6th inning, Texas found themselves in a 7-2 hole and did not score any more runs until the 9th inning when the rally fell short and they scored only 3 more runs.
The Kent State Golden Flashes are undefeated in regional play and face the winner of the Texas vs. Texas State game which begins at 1:00 pm central time on Sunday. The Longhorns must win 2 games today if they are to make it to the Austin NCAA Regional Championship game on Monday against Kent State. Put the rally caps on and Hook 'Em Horns!!!
With a crowd of 6,110 on hand at DischFalk Field, the Texas Longhorns played good baseball tonight and beat the Princeton Tigers by the score of 5-3. Sam Stafford pitched a solid 7 innings and gave up two hits and one earned run before handing the ball over to the bullpen. The Tigers put together a small rally in the 8th inning scoring 2 runs and threatening to put more on the board before Texas retired the side. Corey Knebel closed the game and got the save for the Longhorns who had 5 hits.
The Longhorns play Kent State at 6:30 pm on Saturday in the winner's bracket on day two of the Austin Regionals. The Golden Flashes beat Texas State today 4-2.
With a crowd of 6,110 on hand at DischFalk Field, the Texas Longhorns played good baseball tonight and beat the Princeton Tigers by the score of 5-3. Sam Stafford pitched a solid 7 innings and gave up two hits and one earned run before handing the ball over to the bullpen. The Tigers put together a small rally in the 8th inning scoring 2 runs and threatening to put more on the board before Texas retired the side. Corey Knebel closed the game and got the save for the Longhorns who had 5 hits.
The Longhorns play Kent State at 6:30 pm on Saturday in the winner's bracket on day two of the Austin Regionals. The Golden Flashes beat Texas State today 4-2.
The Austin regional will feature college baseball teams from the University of Texas, Texas State, Kent State and Princeton University. The Longhorns draw a first game matchup against the Princeton Tigers who ended the season with a 23-22 record. The game takes place on Friday, June 3rd at a time to be determined. The other Friday matchup in the regional features the second seeded Texas State Bobcats (40-21) against the Golden Flashes of Kent State (43-15). Stay tuned for additional information.
The Austin regional will feature college baseball teams from the University of Texas, Texas State, Kent State and Princeton University. The Longhorns draw a first game matchup against the Princeton Tigers who ended the season with a 23-22 record. The game takes place on Friday, June 3rd at a time to be determined. The other Friday matchup in the regional features the second seeded Texas State Bobcats (40-21) against the Golden Flashes of Kent State (43-15). Stay tuned for additional information.
The Longhorns will host one of 16 NCAA Regionals in Austin, Texas as announced on Sunday. Texas, with a 43-15 record, did not need to win the conference championship to steer a regional hosting their way. Regional play begins next Friday, June 3. The Longhorns should find out soon who their opponents are in the Austin regional. The field will include 64 teams comprised of at-large and automatic bid conference representation.
Other Texas and Big XII teams hosting regionals include:Â
Texas A&M (College Station, TX)
Rice University (Houston, TX)
Texas Christian University (Fort Worth, TX)
For a complete NCAA Baseball Championship Bracket check this link.
The Longhorns will host one of 16 NCAA Regionals in Austin, Texas as announced on Sunday. Texas, with a 43-15 record, did not need to win the conference championship to steer a regional hosting their way. Regional play begins next Friday, June 3. The Longhorns should find out soon who their opponents are in the Austin regional. The field will include 64 teams comprised of at-large and automatic bid conference representation.
Other Texas and Big XII teams hosting regionals include:Â
Texas A&M (College Station, TX)
Rice University (Houston, TX)
Texas Christian University (Fort Worth, TX)
For a complete NCAA Baseball Championship Bracket check this link.
