Alabama baseball aims for CWS success with Tallahassee connections

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Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Alabama baseball aims for CWS success with Tallahassee connections
Summary

Alabama baseball is set to compete in the College World Series for the first time since 1999, facing Oklahoma on Saturday. Jason Jackson, a Tallahassee native and Alabama’s pitching coach, has played a significant role in the team's journey. The squad enters the tournament on a five-game win streak, having swept regional games. Key players include senior Brady Neal, who leads the team in batting average, and a strong starting rotation praised for its effectiveness. Alabama must improve on its recent struggles at the plate and in the field as it seeks its first national title in baseball.

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  • Alabama opens CWS play on June 10 against Oklahoma.
  • Jason Jackson has been pivotal in Alabama's success this season.
  • Brady Neal leads the team with a.330 batting average.
  • Alabama has a reliable starting rotation and solid bullpen.
  • The team enters the CWS on a five-game winning streak.
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  • 4:39 PMYahoo SportsTallahassee trio part of Alabama's baseball success, journey to CWS
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Tallahassee native Jason Jackson is helping lead Alabama baseball to its first College World Series since 1999.

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