The Morehouse College baseball team made history in 2026 by finishing ranked No. 6 in the final Black College Nines HBCU Baseball Small School Top 10 Poll, marking the first time the program has achieved this recognition. With a season record of 25-21, the Maroon Tigers achieved a breakthrough performance that included reaching the final day of the SIAC Baseball Tournament. The team's historic season solidified their status among the top HBCU small-school baseball programs, finishing the poll ahead of multiple strong contenders. Coach Antonio Grissom highlighted the team's belief and growth as key factors in this momentous achievement. Morehouse is poised to build on this success as they head into the 2027 season.

By the Numbers
  • Record of 25 wins, setting a program milestone.
  • Ranked No. 6 in the final Black College Nines poll, the first Top 10 finish in program history.
State of Play
  • Morehouse finished third in the SIAC Baseball Tournament, matching its highest finish since 2005.
  • The team achieved postseason victories over prominent rivals like Kentucky State and Benedict.
What's Next

Morehouse will aim to leverage this season's success to enhance their program further in 2027, continuing their ascent on both the SIAC and national HBCU baseball stages. They will seek to build on their record-setting wins and strong tournament performance.

Bottom Line

The Maroon Tigers' historic season not only transformed their competitiveness but redefined expectations, establishing them as a formidable HBCU baseball program. This achievement represents a significant milestone for Morehouse baseball and sets a promising precedent for future success.