No. 11 East Texas Baptist University (ETBU) mounted an impressive comeback against No. 10 Baldwin Wallace in the NCAA Division III Baseball World Series, winning 7-6. Trailing 5-1 after four innings, ETBU rallied with a three-run fifth and took the lead in the eighth with two runs, followed by an insurance run in the ninth. The Tigers showcased resilience with 11 hits and effective pitching from multiple players, sealing their spot in the winner’s bracket.

By the Numbers
  • ETBU recorded 11 hits, including three doubles.
  • Matthew Irwin pitched 2 2/3 innings, striking out five batters.
State of Play
  • ETBU has advanced in the winner's bracket and will face the winner of the Baldwin Wallace/Denison game next.
  • The Tigers executed a strategic comeback from a four-run deficit, showcasing strong team effort.
What's Next

ETBU is set to play on Monday, June 1, at 9:00 a.m. CST, as they contend for a chance to advance further in the tournament.

Bottom Line

This win exemplifies ETBU's determination and teamwork, highlighting key performances from players like Carson Livesay and Matthew Irwin. Their resilience could be a game-changer as they continue in the tournament.