After a 4-3 win over the Georgia Bulldogs on Sunday, the Texas Longhorns completed a series sweep to move to 26-4 overall in the 2025 college baseball season. Sunday’s win made it eight straight wins for the Longhorns in SEC play
With a dramatic 4-3 win over the Georgia Bulldogs on Sunday afternoon, the No. 2-ranked Longhorns completed a statement sweep at home, extending their SEC winning streak to eight games and improving their overall record to 26-4 on the 2025 college baseball season. In front of a packed crowd at UFCU Disch-Falk Field, the Longhorns once again demonstrated why they’re one of the most complete teams in the nation — balancing clutch hitting, timely defense, and elite-level pitching to stay perfect in April.
This latest victory didn’t come easy, but it served as another chapter in what is shaping up to be a championship-caliber campaign for head coach David Pierce’s club. The sweep also punctuated a stretch of high-stakes conference matchups that Texas has handled with the poise and intensity of a program with Omaha in its sights.
Sunday’s Gritty Finish
Texas entered Sunday’s series finale already having clinched the series, winning 5-1 on Friday and 7-3 on Saturday behind dominant pitching performances and power at the plate. But Georgia didn’t go quietly in Game 3. After falling behind early, the Bulldogs fought back to tie the game late, forcing Texas into a high-pressure situation in the bottom of the eighth inning.
With two outs and a runner on second, junior infielder Cam Smith delivered a clutch RBI single through the right side, scoring Dylan Campbell and putting the Longhorns up 4-3. It was Smith’s third hit of the day and perhaps the most important swing of the series.
“Just looking for something middle-away and trying to keep it simple,” Smith said after the game. “I knew Dylan was going to get a good jump and score if I could find the gap.”
Senior closer Andre Duplantier II came in to shut the door in the ninth, retiring the side in order and picking up his seventh save of the season. Duplantier now boasts a minuscule 0.89 ERA on the year, further solidifying his status as one of the most reliable bullpen arms in the SEC.
Pitching Continues to Carry Texas
While the Longhorns’ offense has been efficient and opportunistic, it’s the pitching staff that has emerged as the team’s foundation. Over the three-game sweep of Georgia, Texas arms allowed just seven runs, struck out 29 batters, and walked only six. The consistency from the mound has made life easier for everyone else.
Friday starter Max Grubbs continued his breakout season with 7.1 innings of one-run ball, racking up nine strikeouts in the opener. On Saturday, sophomore lefty Jake Martinez gave up two early runs before settling in for six innings of solid work, giving his offense a chance to break open the game in the middle innings.
Then came Sunday’s tandem performance from freshman Zach Reyes and junior reliever Ryan Gaines, who combined to limit Georgia to three runs across eight innings before handing it off to Duplantier.
“We’ve got a ton of confidence in our pitching staff right now,” said Coach Pierce. “They’ve executed the game plan every week, and they’re competing with edge and discipline. That’s how you win series in this league.”
Through 30 games, Texas leads the SEC in team ERA (2.85), WHIP (1.08), and opponent batting average (.214). Those numbers aren’t just impressive — they’re historic.
Offensive Depth, Timely Execution
The Longhorns don’t have a single player among the top five in SEC home runs, but they don’t need one. This team wins with depth, plate discipline, and execution. Seven different players have at least 20 RBIs, and the team is hitting a combined .289 with runners in scoring position.
Dylan Campbell has been the tone-setter, slashing .336/.428/.571 with 11 doubles and 23 RBIs. Freshman standout Roman Flores continues to turn heads with his plate discipline and gap-to-gap power, while junior designated hitter Parker Owens has driven in a team-high 31 runs despite batting mostly sixth or seventh in the order.
“You never feel like the game is out of reach with this group,” said assistant coach Troy Tulowitzki, who oversees the hitters. “They communicate, they adjust, and they don’t give away at-bats.”
The situational hitting was on full display all weekend, with Texas going a combined 9-for-21 (.429) with RISP across the series. Their ability to manufacture runs without relying solely on the long ball makes them a nightmare for opposing pitching staffs.
SEC Dominance: Eight Straight and Counting
The sweep of Georgia marks Texas’ third straight SEC series victory and their second consecutive sweep, following a 3-0 dismantling of Auburn the previous weekend. They also took two of three from South Carolina in late March, meaning they now sit atop the SEC standings at 11-1.
What makes this stretch even more remarkable is the quality of opponents. All three teams — South Carolina, Auburn, and Georgia — were ranked at the time Texas played them. But none had an answer for the Longhorns’ relentless consistency.
“This is why we came to the SEC,” said senior outfielder Eric Kennedy. “Every series is a war, and we’re proving we belong at the top of this league.”
Texas entered the weekend ranked No. 2 in the USA Coaches Poll, behind only Arkansas. But with the Razorbacks dropping a game to Florida and the Longhorns sweeping yet another SEC opponent, there’s a strong argument to be made that Texas is now the team to beat in the entire nation.
Eyes on Omaha
It’s early, but the path to Omaha is beginning to take shape. Texas isn’t just winning — they’re winning convincingly, and they’re doing it with a style built for postseason success. The pitching depth, the offensive balance, the veteran leadership — it all feels familiar for a program with a long history of June magic.
This year’s squad has plenty of reminders of past College World Series runs. In fact, the leadership from returning veterans like Kennedy, Campbell, and Duplantier mirrors the 2021 team that reached the semifinals.
But perhaps the biggest reason for optimism is the growth of underclassmen. Players like Flores, Reyes, and sophomore catcher Nico Guzman have matured at an accelerated pace, giving Texas a rare blend of experience and youthful upside.
“You want to be playing your best baseball in May and June,” Coach Pierce said. “But this group is locked in right now. They’re taking every rep, every inning seriously, and that’s what gives us a shot when the lights get brightest.”
The Road Ahead
Texas will now hit the road for a tough midweek matchup against Dallas Baptist before traveling to Knoxville for a crucial SEC series against Tennessee — a team known for power hitting and emotional momentum.
If Texas can keep their composure and continue the balanced approach that has defined their season, there’s no reason to believe their winning streak has to end any time soon. But as always in the SEC, every weekend poses a new challenge.
“There’s no off weeks in this conference,” said Pierce. “We’ll enjoy this one tonight, but tomorrow it’s back to work. That’s the mentality we’ve got to keep.”
With a 26-4 record, a top-five national ranking, and a roster firing on all cylinders, the Texas Longhorns have officially entered the championship conversation. And based on what we’ve seen through 30 games, they might just be the most dangerous team in college baseball.
Stat Sheet Highlights (Through April 6, 2025):
- Overall Record: 26-4
- SEC Record: 11-1
- Team ERA: 2.85 (1st in SEC)
- Team Batting Average: .301
- Home Record: 17-2
- Runs Scored: 236
- Runs Allowed: 113
- RISP Batting Average: .289
- Top Performers:
- Dylan Campbell: .336 AVG, 23 RBI, 11 2B
- Parker Owens: .318 AVG, 31 RBI
- Cam Smith: .304 AVG, 5 HR, 22 RBI
- Max Grubbs (SP): 6-1, 1.98 ERA, 63 K
- Andre Duplantier II (CL): 0.89 ERA, 7 saves
Texas fans have every reason to believe this year could be special. With elite pitching, clutch bats, and a head coach who knows how to get the most out of his squad, the Longhorns are not just sweeping SEC series — they’re making statements. The rest of the country is officially on notice.
And if Texas keeps playing like this, the next sweep they’re eyeing might just come in Omaha.
