West Virginia Mountaineers Advance to NCAA Super Regionals After Thrilling Victory
CLEMSON, S.C. – The West Virginia University baseball team has made history by reaching the NCAA Super Regionals for the second consecutive year, defeating Kentucky 13-12 in a nail-biting Clemson Regional Final on Sunday at Doug Kingsmore Stadium.
The Mountaineers improved their season record to 44-14, their best ever, and swept the regional. They will face either No. 6 LSU or Little Rock in the upcoming super regionals, with the final matchup set for Monday.
In a high-stakes game marked by dramatic momentum swings, West Virginia showcased an impressive offensive performance, including two six-run innings. Redshirt senior Griffin Kirn closed out the game, securing his first save of the season. Sophomore Armani Guzman earned Regional MVP honors, hitting 8-for-12 over the weekend, with standout performances from junior Ben Lumsden and freshman Gavin Kelly contributing significantly to the win.
Despite falling behind early, the Mountaineers rallied with determination, scoring six runs in the eighth inning to clinch the victory. Kirn’s strong pitching in the ninth helped seal the title, as he recorded his 100th strikeout of the year. Follow @WVUBaseball for updates on their NCAA journey.
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