The showdown between Texas A&M and Tennessee has captivated the SEC baseball community over the past two days in Omaha. With each team showcasing their strengths and battling fiercely, the series has been a thrilling spectacle. The Aggies took an early lead by scoring seven runs in the initial three innings of Game 1, but since then, their offense has been relatively quiet, managing only three runs over the next 15 innings. Meanwhile, Tennessee, known for its powerful offense throughout the season, struggled initially but found its rhythm in Game 2, hitting a pair of late home runs to force a decisive Game 3. The pivotal game will determine which team advances further in this highly competitive series.
Texas A&M vs Tennessee: College World Series Game 3, live updates from Omaha
The catcher misses the ball and the Aggies get another run! 6-5!
The Vols are one out away from winning the college world series!
The Aggies pull a run back in the ninth! 6-4 game
Aggies get a big hit to get into a scoring chance showing more signs of life in the last couple innings that will set up for an electric ninth inning
The Vols get a quick hit to get on base to open up their turn at bat
The Vols close out the inning strong and take us into the bottom of the 8th inning
Aggies get another quick score! Just like that the Aggies trail 6-3 and are back in this game.
Aggies pull one back! AM gets their second score and narrow the lead to 4.
Aggies go to bat hoping to narrow the lead in the top of the 8th
Vols score again in a flurry of hits as the Aggies miss the tag at home! 6-1 Vols!
TWO RUN HOMERUN! Vols finally capitalize on their dominance and grab the 5-1 lead! Tennessee in pole position to win this game now.
Two-out hit for the Vols puts them in position to s core yet again and extend their lead in the 7th inning
Huge play to get the 3rd out fot the Vols as they will now go up to bat as Aggies miss yet another opportunity to capitalize.
Aggies get a walk and have a chance to take the lead in the game.
A quick single gives the Aggies some life, if they can capitalize on the next opportunities they can get back into the game.
Vols capitalize to secure a double on the Aggies outfield mistake. The Vols are in control in the bottom of the 6th.
Incredible play for the Vols as they flip the script and will go up to bat
Aggies with a big play have bases full and suddenly on the verge of taking the lead in this game!
The 5th inning ends with Vols maintaining their 3-1 lead...bring on the 6th inning.
Vols come up to bat in the bottom of the 5th inning looking to pull away from the Aggies in this game
Vols continue to have success with their impressive pitching game, the Aggies can't seem to get anything going.
The Aggies continue to struggle dropping the level of play since getting on the board, they'll need a big play in order to get back into this game.
Aggies now take the mound to close out the 4th
Aggies miss their chance to shorten the deficit and will let Vols go to bat in bottom of the 4th.
The Aggies are struggling to hit the ball with numerous foul balls flying into the stands, with runs hard to come by in this series.
Vols grab another quick score to extend their lead to 3-1 as it's the top of the 4th!
Vols score again! They take the lead in the bottom of the 3rd inning after quickly bouncing back after some Aggie pressure.
Vols secure a big double-play to get back into the game after a strong stretch from the Aggies in the bottom of the 3rd inning.
Aggies score after putting major pressure on the Vols and get on the board in the 3rd inning. Game on!
The Aggies get another hit and are in scoring position!
Aggies get onto second with a remarkable bunt play!
Seacrest continues his strong pitching start for the Vols as they seem steadily in control of the game
The second inning ends with the Vols maintaining their 1-0 lead as the Aggies continue to get close on bat.
The Aggies finally get their first hit of the night as they finally get on base and seem to be getting some momentum.
Texas AM is off to a poor start in their pitching game and are on the verge of surrendering a bigger lead to the Vols if this continues.
Moore opens scoring with a HR!
The Vols are off to a flying start on both sides as he booms ones into the stands to give the Vols the 1-0 lead.
The Vols flip the script and will come to bat after a quick start to the first inning! Seacrest started strong with the fast ball to quickly get midway to through the first.
Seacrest is pitching for the Vols and is off to a hot start with a strike and some strong pitching coming out of the gate for the Vols.
First out for Texas A&M at bat with an easy ball for the outfield
Vols start the first inning on the mound in the final game of CWS!
Starting line-ups are out for the Aggies and Vols with the opening pitch fast approaching!
The Vols are looking ready to go in a hot one in Omaha with a temperature of 99 degrees Fahrenheit.
The Aggies are out warming up for thr pivotal final game of the series. Winner takes all!
Aggies arrive for final game of CWS
The Aggies are hoping to clinch the College World Series tonight in what looks to be an exciting final showdown against the Vols.
Vols hope to keep heavy hitting going in Game 3
The Vols players will be looking to continue their successful hitting in the College world series.
Vols arrive in Omaha
The Vols arrived in Omaha looking to take a series lead over the Aggies in what promises a competitive game 3.
In the first game of the series, Texas A&M's explosive start put Tennessee on the back foot, with the Aggies securing a substantial early lead. However, since their initial offensive outburst, the Aggies have struggled to maintain that momentum, scoring just three runs over the subsequent 15 innings. Despite this, their pitching staff has performed irably, effectively containing Tennessee's potent lineup. The Vols, who have been one of the best offensive teams in the country all season, couldn't capitalize on their power-hitting until the latter stages of Game 2. Home runs from the lower half of their order reignited their offense, highlighting the depth and potential danger of their lineup.
Texas A&M's strategy has centered on neutralizing Tennessee's top hitters--Christian Moore, Blake Burke, and Billy Amick--who have combined for a modest 7-for-25 in the series. For the Aggies, the key to winning Game 3 will be to continue this trend and keep Tennessee's power bats at bay. Offensively, A&M has shown a balanced approach, with contributions from various players, including three home runs across the series. Notably, Jace LaViolette, their standout player, hit a crucial home run in Game 2. With projected top-10 pick Braden Montgomery sidelined due to a leg injury, LaViolette's performance could be pivotal in Game 3. While Tennessee's sluggers have the potential to change the game's dynamics, A&M holds a slight edge based on their consistent performance and strategic execution over the first two games.
The Vols win the College World Series with a strike!