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Texas faces UC Santa Barbara in Austin Regional final on Sunday

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Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Texas faces UC Santa Barbara in Austin Regional final on Sunday

Summary

The No. 6 Texas Longhorns are set to compete against UC Santa Barbara in the Austin Regional final on Sunday, following dominant victories over Holy Cross and Tarleton State. Texas, with a potent offense that has hit 11 home runs across two games, will start senior pitcher Ruger Riojas, who has been rested since his last appearance. In contrast, UC Santa Barbara advanced with a win over Tarleton and has not yet used its top starter, Kellan Montgomery. Both teams boast strong pitching depth, setting the stage for a competitive matchup.

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By the Numbers

•Texas scored 33 hits and slugged 11 home runs in regional play.
•Ruger Riojas starts for Texas after limited action in recent weeks.
•UC Santa Barbara advanced by defeating Tarleton State 9-5.
•Kellan Montgomery, UCSB's top pitcher, has yet to pitch in the regional.
•Texas leads the regional with a 75% advancement rate after starting 2-0.

Latest Updates

2:20 AMYahoo Sports — No. 6 Texas edges past UC Santa Barbara, 6-4, win to Austin Regional
9:10 PMYahoo Sports — No. 6 Texas to face UC Santa Barbara in Austin Regional final

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