West Virginia Mountaineers Defy Odds, Sweep Clemson Regional to Reach Super Regionals
In an exhilarating weekend of baseball, the West Virginia Mountaineers showcased resilience and determination, sweeping the Clemson Regional and advancing to the Super Regionals for the second consecutive year. The journey began Friday with a walk-off victory, followed by a crucial win over host Clemson on Saturday, where they scored four runs in the eighth inning.
On Sunday, the Mountaineers faced a daunting challenge against Kentucky, erasing two five-run deficits to secure a dramatic 13-12 victory. In a thrilling ninth inning, West Virginia tallied six runs with two outs, utilizing a bases-loaded walk, two-run singles from Gavin Kelly and Ben Lumsden, and an RBI single from Armani Guzman to snatch the lead.
Despite early struggles from starter Robby Porco, who exited after struggling to find the strike zone, West Virginia’s offense exploded in the fourth inning, sending nine batters to the plate. Kentucky responded with strong offensive plays, yet couldn’t contain the Mountaineers’ late-game surge.
Griffin Kirn closed the door on the Wildcats, sealing West Virginia’s place in the Super Regionals with a stellar pitching performance, culminating in a weekend defined by grit and determination.
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