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Tennessee baseball just won the school’s first team national championship in 15 years for any sport

Tennessee just won its first team national championship in 15 years.

The Tennessee Volunteers baseball just brought back the first team national championship to Knoxville since 2009.

Indeed, the team’s Game 3 win in the 2024 College World Series Final on Monday sparked the school’s first team NCAA national title win for any sport in 15 years.

Per the school, the last time a Vols team won a championship was the women’s indoor track and field team in 2009, with the women’s basketball team winning back-to-back national titles in 2007 and 2008 under legend Pat Summitt.

For comparison, the men’s basketball team has never won a national championship and the football team hasn’t won one since 1998.

This is the Volunteers baseball team’s first-ever national title, making it even sweeter on Rocky Top for the national championship drought to finally end.

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Tennessee’s Hunter Ensley juked the Texas A&M catcher to score a huge run in College World Series Final Game 3

Hunter Ensley chose the perfect moment to break out one of the best slides we’ve ever seen.

Tennessee outfielder Hunter Ensley brought out his best moves with the Tennessee Volunteers’ first baseball national title in program history on the line.

Teammate Dylan Dreiling hit a huge two-run homer earlier in the seventh inning of the decisive College World Series Final Game 3 to give Tennessee a 5-1 lead, and off a double from Kavares Tears, Ensley managed to cross the plate and score a run thanks to an incredibly nifty slide.

He avoided Texas A&M catcher Jackson Appel, who failed to catch the ball in front of the plate, entirely as he juked out of the way Matrix-style. That run ultimately gave the Volunteers a 6-1 lead entering the eighth inning.

Both the Volunteers and the Aggies are seeking their first national titles in program history. After a convincing win in Game 1 on Saturday, Texas A&M nearly locked up the series on Sunday before squandering a late 1-0 lead.

Now, in the game that decides it all, Ensley chose the perfect moment to break out one of the best slides we’ve ever seen.

MORE: Best Tennessee Vols National Championship gear

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How to watch Game 3 of Texas A&M vs. Tennessee in the College World Series Finals

Texas A&M will play for it all on Monday night!

Texas A&M (53-13) will again attempt to win the College World Series Championship after the Tennessee Volunteers tied the series with a decisive 4-1 victory on Sunday night, taking advantage of two bad pitches that led to four late runs.

Despite the loss, Jace LaViolette’s solo home run was a shining moment for the Aggies, giving them their only lead of the day at 1-0. However, A&M’s inability to convert runners in scoring position and poor base running led to missed opportunities. On the other hand, senior pitcher Chris Cortez’s performance was a standout for the Maroon & White, showcasing his skill and determination.

Recording seven strikeouts in four innings, Cortez’s 99 pitches were more than enough to give the Aggies a chance. After his exit, freshman Kaeden Wilson was solid outside of the two aforementioned pitches that led to every Tennessee run, which is a good sign for a pitching staff that will be nearly 100% healthy heading into Monday night.

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After the game, head coach Jim Schlossnagle announced that sophomore lefty Justin Lamkin, who is several days removed from throwing 15 strikeouts in two starts against Florida to advance to the Finals, will return to the mound for the decisive Game 3.

With everything on the line, expect reliever Josh Stewart and closer Evan Aschenbeck to be the next in line if the Aggies’ offense can get things going. At the same time, Saturday starter Ryan Prager could also be available if needed.

Texas A&M and Tennessee will attempt to win their first national championship in program history on Monday evening. The first pitch of Game 3 is at 6 p.m. on ESPN (Watch FREE on Fubo) and ESPN+.

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How to buy Texas A&M College World Series Game 3 tickets

The entire season comes down to one game. Limited tickets for Monday’s College World Series Game 3 between Texas A&M and Tennessee still remain

The best two words in college baseball: Game 3.

One game to decide the 2024 College World Series and the entire season for both the Tennessee Volunteers and Texas A&M Aggies.

After splitting their first two games, the Vols and Aggies will square off for a third consecutive day on Monday night in Omaha, Neb.

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Texas A&M took Game 1 9-5, and led 1-0 in the 7th inning of Sunday’s Game 2, but Tennessee rallied for 4 late runs and sent the series to a decisive third game.

Limited tickets still remain for Monday’s win-or-go-home game 3, the cheapest of which were available at the time of publication for only $109.

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How to buy Tennessee College World Series Game 3 tickets

The entire season comes down to one game. Limited tickets for Monday’s College World Series Game 3 between Tennessee vs. Texas A&M still remain

The best two words in college baseball: Game 3.

One game to decide the 2024 College World Series and the entire season for the Tennessee Volunteers and Texas A&M Aggies.

After splitting their first two games, the Vols and Aggies will square off for a third time on Monday night in Omaha, Neb.

SHOP: College World Series Game 3 tickets

Texas A&M took Game 1 9-5, and led 1-0 in the 7th inning of Sunday’s Game 2, but Tennessee rallied for late 4 runs and sent the series to a decisive third game.

Limited tickets still remain for Monday’s win-or-go-home game 3, the cheapest of which were available at the time of publication for only $109.

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How to buy Tennessee vs Texas A&M College World Series Game 3 tickets

The entire season comes down to one game. Limited tickets for Monday’s College World Series Game 3 between Tennessee vs. Texas A&M still remain

The best two words in college baseball: Game 3.

One game to decide the 2024 College World Series and the entire season for both the Tennessee Volunteers and Texas A&M Aggies.

After splitting their first two games, the Vols and Aggies will square off for a third consecutive day on Monday night in Omaha, Neb.

SHOP: College World Series Game 3 tickets

Texas A&M took Game 1 9-5, and led 1-0 in the 7th inning of Sunday’s Game 2, but Tennessee rallied for 4 late runs and sent the series to a decisive third game.

Limited tickets still remain for Monday’s win-or-go-home game 3, the cheapest of which were available at the time of publication for only $109.

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Texas A&M’s Game 3 starting pitcher vs. Tennessee in the CWS Finals has been announced

Jim Schlossnagle will go with sophomore lefty Justin Lamkin in Game 3 of the College World Series Finals

Texas A&M (53-13) was on the cusp of winning its first national championship in program history, but due to late home runs from the resilient Tennessee Volunteers (59-12), the Aggies fell 4-1. They will again play for the title in a deciding Game 3 on Monday night.

Entering the game, head coach Jim Schlossnagle knew that after Saturday’s 9-5 victory, A&M’s pitching rotation would have to depend on several young arms out of the bullpen. Senior Chris Cortez may have pitched his last four innings as an Aggie, keeping the Volunteers in check with seven strikeouts and zero runs allowed.

However, after 99 pitches, the veteran made his way to the bench with another standing ovation. His exit led to freshman Kaeden Wilson taking the mound, which led to Tennessee taking the lead. Even though Wilson was impressive for the most part, two fat pitches led to four Volunteer runs, and Brock Perry and Weston Moss finished the final two frames.

With everything on the line, Schlossnagle announced that sophomore lefty Justin Lamkin is ready to go and will start on Monday night in the biggest game in Texas A&M baseball history.

Lamkin’s last two appearances have been nothing short of exceptional, recording 15 strikeouts and allowing four hits in two wins over Florida to make it to the finals. Also available Monday, reliever Josh Stewart and closer Evan Aschenbeck will also be ready to go.

Texas A&M and Tennessee will attempt to win their first national championship in program history on Monday evening. The first pitch of Game 3 is at 6 p.m. on ESPN and ESPN+.

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Watch Jace LaViolette hit his first home run in the College World Series

Jace LaViolette finally hits a home run in the College World Series!

For the first time in more than a month, Texas A&M star outfielder Jace LaViolette has hit a home run, which seems impossible when you think about it after he recorded 28 home runs during the regular season.

Despite grappling with a hamstring injury that has undoubtedly affected his usual production and potentially altered his swing, Jace LaViolette’s return to form on Sunday afternoon during Game 2 of the College World Series Finals vs. Tennessee was a beacon of hope. His performance, a testament to his determination, serves as a reminder of his undeniable talent.

As the home team on Sunday, LaViolette entered the game with just one hit in the CWS, so from a confidence standpoint, things looked a little shaky in one of the biggest games in program history.

However, possessing a high-MLB upside, LaViolette stepped up to the plate in the bottom of the first and, after a couple of pitches, destroyed an inside fastball for his 29th home run of the year.

Texas A&M is currently leading Tennessee 1-0 in the top of the 5th inning.

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Texas A&M’s Game 2 starting pitcher vs. Tennessee in the CWS Finals has been announced

Redshirt senior Zane Badmaev will reportedly take the mound vs. Tennessee in Game 2

Texas A&M (53-13) defeated top-seeded Tennessee 9-5 on Saturday night. The Aggies are now just 27 outs away from securing the program’s first National Title in head coach Jim Schlossnagle’s third season with the program.

Sitting at a perfect 9-0 since the start of postseason play, star outfielder Braden Montgomery’s season-ending injury was supposed to put a major dent in the Aggies’ offense, but credit to junior Kaeden Kent’s exceptional play in his absence, recording 12 hits two home runs, and 14 RBI since exploding on the season during the super regional round.

On Saturday, first-year pitching coach Max Weiner worked his magic once again, as ace pitcher Ryan Prager took the mound to the tune of six strikeouts and just two runs allowed, and Josh Stewart entered the fold for four Ks before elite closer Evan Aschenbeck’s borderline-career night with seven strikeouts to earn the victory.

Ahead of the 1:00 p.m. start time, Texas A&M’s depth chart was released to the media. It revealed that Schlossnagle would go with redshirt senior pitcher Zane Badmaev for his first start of the year. This move looks similar to what Tennessee did yesterday with pitcher Chris Stamos, who only lasted one inning.

With senior Chris Cortez available, my guess is that Badmaev is expected to last at least two, to possibly three innings before Cortez does the rest of the work in the middle innings. So far this season, Badmaev is 1-0, with 27 strikeouts and a 2.70 ERA.

Texas A&M will face Tennessee in Game 2 of the College World Series on Sunday, June 23 at 1:00 p.m. CT. The game will air on ABC and be available for streaming on ESPN+.

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Texas A&M’s Game 1 starting pitcher vs. Tennessee in the CWS Finals has been announced

Texas A&M ace Ryan Prager will unsurprisingly take the mound in Game 1 of the College World Series Finals vs. Tennessee

Texas A&M (52-13) is just two wins away from winning it all. On Saturday night, the Aggies will face the top-seeded Tennessee Volunteers in Game 1 of the College World Series Finals.

Under the guidance of head coach Jim Schlossnagle, the team is gearing up for the battle. In his final pregame press conference before Game 1, he revealed that redshirt sophomore ace Ryan Prager will be leading the charge against the Volunteers. Prager’s impressive performance, with 20 outs and four strikeouts in A&M’s 5-1 win over Kentucky, has earned him this crucial role.

Rested and ready to go, Prager, along with the rest of the Aggie’s borderline elite pitching staff, is the primary reason the program is playing for its first national championship behind first-year pitching coach Max Weiner, whose “control the zone” mantra has readily lived up to expectations.

Fellow starting pitcher Justin Lamkin is just another example of how good A&M’s pitching staff has been since landing in Omaha. The sophomore set a CWS record with nine strikeouts in just five innings, propelling the Aggies to a 6-0 victory over Florida in the semifinal round.

So far on the season, Prager is 9-1 while recording 118 strikeouts, allowing 75 hits, and having an impressive 2.88 ERA.

Texas A&M will play Tennessee in Game 1 of the College World Series finals on Saturday, June 22, at 6:30 p.m. CT. The game will air on ESPN.

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