The Miles Golden Bears achieved a surprising upset victory over the No. 2 Albany State during the 2026 SIAC Baseball Championship, winning 15-11 despite a challenging regular season. After falling behind 10-4 in the fourth inning, the Bears staged a remarkable comeback, scoring 10 unanswered runs and securing a season-high 14 hits. Gregory Willis was a standout performer, driving in five runs and contributing to a big sixth inning that ultimately gave Miles the lead. This victory propels them into a winner's bracket game against No. 3 Edward Waters.

By the Numbers
  • Miles scored 10 unanswered runs between the fifth and sixth innings.
  • Gregory Willis drove in 5 runs, contributing to a total of 15 runs for the Golden Bears.
State of Play
  • Miles improved to a 21-22 record after the upset win.
  • Albany State, with a record of 31-17, has been sent to the loser's bracket after this loss.
What's Next

The Golden Bears will face Edward Waters in the winner's bracket at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, seeking to build on their momentum from this unexpected win.

Bottom Line

This victory exemplifies the resilience of the Golden Bears, transforming their dismal regular season into a potential championship run; they are now poised to challenge for a title with newfound confidence.