West Virginia University’s baseball team is headed to the NCAA Super Regionals for the first time in program history, and they’ll face a powerhouse opponent: the LSU Tigers. After a thrilling run through the Tucson Regional, the Mountaineers will now travel to Baton Rouge to take on the defending national champions in a best-of-three series starting this weekend.
The Mountaineers stunned the college baseball world by sweeping the Tucson Regional, defeating Grand Canyon and host Arizona twice with strong pitching and timely hitting. West Virginia’s lineup, led by star infielder JJ Wetherholt and catcher Logan Sauve, showed resilience and grit throughout the weekend. On the mound, ace Derek Clark delivered a dominant performance in the opener, while relievers helped close out tight games with poise.
Now, the challenge becomes even steeper. LSU enters the Super Regionals with confidence after surviving the Chapel Hill Regional, defeating top-seeded North Carolina in dramatic fashion. The Tigers, led by All-American third baseman Tommy White and ace pitcher Luke Holman, are known for their explosive offense and deep pitching staff. Their postseason experience and rabid home crowd at Alex Box Stadium will pose a significant test for the Mountaineers.
Despite the tough matchup, West Virginia enters the series with momentum and belief. Head coach Randy Mazey, in his final season before retirement, has emphasized playing loose and with purpose—an approach that has clearly paid off. “We’re not just happy to be here,” Mazey said after the Regional win. “These guys believe they can