The Milwaukee Panthers' remarkable baseball season came to a close after an 8-3 loss against top-seeded Auburn in the Auburn Regional Final. Despite strong performances, including home runs from John Hadley VI and Charlie Marion, the Panthers couldn't maintain their momentum against the Tigers’ potent offense. This season marked a historic run for Milwaukee, achieving two victories in the NCAA Regional Round for the first time and becoming the first Horizon League team to reach the regional final from the winners' bracket.

By the Numbers
  • Milwaukee fell just one win short of advancing to the Super Regionals in NCAA play.
  • John Hadley VI and Charlie Marion combined for all three of Milwaukee's runs via home runs.
  • The Panthers had nine hits, outpacing Auburn's eight in the final game.
Yes, But

Despite the loss, Head Coach Shaun Wegner noted the team's exceptional adaptation to a challenging environment and high-level competition, emphasizing pride in their achievements and representation of the Horizon League.

State of Play
  • The Panthers faced a record crowd of 8,228 at Plainsman Park during the final match.
  • Milwaukee had notable individual performances, with Marion achieving his 60th RBI of the season.
What's Next

The Panthers will look ahead to the 2027 season, starting with training in February and resuming Horizon League play in mid-March with a restructured six-team format.

Bottom Line

The Panthers' historic season establishes a strong foundation for future success, setting a high standard for the program and the Horizon League moving forward.