NIU baseball wins first NCAA Tournament game 12-10 over Coastal Carolina

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Last updated May 30, 2026

NIU baseball wins first NCAA Tournament game 12-10 over Coastal Carolina
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The Northern Illinois University baseball team achieved a milestone by winning its first NCAA Tournament game, overcoming the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 12-10 in Tallahassee, Florida, on May 30, 2026. This significant victory marks a historic moment for the program. The Huskies built on their strong season and are set to face St. John's next on May 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM.

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  • NIU wins 12-10 against Coastal Carolina
  • First NCAA Tournament win in NIU history
  • Game held in Tallahassee, Florida
  • Next game against St. John's on May 31
  • NIU's season continues with tournament play
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<strong>TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - </strong>The Northern Illinois University baseball team made history once again on Friday night, winning it's first NCAA Tournament game in program history in a 12-10 victory over the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in the NCAA Talla…

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