UNC baseball tops West Virginia 5-2 in College World Series

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Last updated Jun 15, 2026

UNC baseball tops West Virginia 5-2 in College World Series
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UNC baseball secured a 5-2 victory against West Virginia in the College World Series on Sunday night. The Diamond Heels took an early lead with two runs in the first inning and maintained control throughout the game. Ryan Lynch started for UNC, pitching 4 2/3 innings while Walked McDuffie earned the win in relief. Caden Glauber picked up his fifth save, striking out both batters he faced. UNC will have a couple of days off before their next game on Wednesday against the winner of the upcoming Troy-West Virginia elimination game.

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  • UNC led early with two runs in the first inning.
  • Ryan Lynch scattered five hits over 4 2/3 innings.
  • Walker McDuffie secured the victory in relief.
  • Caden Glauber earned his fifth save.
  • UNC's next game is Wednesday against Troy or West Virginia.
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Several Diamond Heels spoke after they beat West Virginia during Sunday's CWS nightcap.

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