The Tarleton State Texans are set to face the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos in the NCAA Austin Regional, marking their first NCAA Regionals in Division I. With a season record of 37-19, the Texans won the WAC regular season and tournament championships, achieving a historic dual win for the first time in their NCAA history. Cort Lowry will start on the mound, and Tarleton looks to improve their all-time record in regionals, currently standing at 2-8. The game kicks off at 5 p.m. CT and will be streamed on ESPN+.

By the Numbers
  • Tarleton State has a batting average of .294 compared to UCSB's .274.
  • Tarleton boasts 408 runs this season, while UCSB has scored 340.
State of Play
  • Tarleton enters the regional after sweeping the WAC tournament, scoring an average of 11.7 runs per game.
  • Both teams will clash for the first time in series history on Friday evening.
What's Next

If Tarleton wins, they advance to play the winner of Texas and Holy Cross on Saturday at 6 p.m. CT. A loss means they will face the loser of the same matchup on Saturday at 1 p.m. CT.

Bottom Line

Tarleton State is poised for a pivotal game that could elevate their program on a national stage, aiming for their first-ever victory in an NCAA Regional opener. The combination of competitive successes and historical context makes this matchup a significant moment for the Texans.