Tarleton State Baseball has secured the 2026 WAC Championship, marking their second title in three years. The top-seeded Texans triumphed over No. 4 seed Sacramento State with a staggering score of 21-11 at Hohokam Stadium. This win grants Tarleton State an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament, their first appearance in Division I postseason play since 2018. The victory also adds to the program's tally, bringing the total to eight conference tournament titles at the Division I level across various sports.

By the Numbers
  • Tarleton State scored 21 runs, the most in a conference tournament game during the Division I era.
  • The combined score of 32 runs is the highest in a WAC Tournament game since 1996.
  • Six players were named to the All-Tournament Team, with Raphaël Smeenk earning the title of Most Outstanding Player.
State of Play
  • Five different players recorded home runs during the championship game, showcasing the Texans' powerful offense.
  • Pitcher Anthony Treto contributed significantly with three strikeouts over three innings of work.
What's Next

The Texans will learn their NCAA Regional location and opponent during the Selection Show on Monday at 11 a.m. CT on ESPN2. Fans are eagerly awaiting details for a possible watch party to celebrate this milestone.

Bottom Line

Tarleton State's dominant performance reinforces their status as a formidable contender in collegiate baseball, and their historic playoff entry signals a bright future for the program.