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Auburn sports round-up: baseball loss, soccer, tennis finales

PUBLISHED Apr 8, 2026, 12:11 PM ET

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Auburn, Ala. — Auburn baseball lost 15-4 to Jacksonville State at Plainsman Park this week, while Auburn University announced it will host Argentina vs Iceland at Jordan-Hare Stadium on June 9; the women's tennis team will host Missouri Thursday and Vanderbilt on Senior Day Sunday. Coach Butch Thompson addressed his baseball team on the field after the loss and senior Logan Gregorio urged unity this week; WSFA will stream Thursday's press conference, the soccer match is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. on June 9, and tennis sits 27-3 overall, 11-2 in conference.

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Auburn women’s tennis lost 4-3 to No. 2 Texas A&M during a Texas trip (week prior).
Auburn women’s tennis rebounded with a 4-0 win over No. 6 Texas (week prior).
Auburn announced it will host Argentina vs Iceland at Jordan‑Hare Stadium; a news conference occurred Thursday morning.
Auburn baseball lost 15-4 to Jacksonville State in eight innings at Plainsman Park; coach Butch Thompson addressed the team afterward.
Auburn scheduled women’s tennis home matches vs. Missouri (Thursday) and Vanderbilt (Sunday Senior Day) to close the 2026 regular season.

News Intelligence

Auburn's sports scene is buzzing. The baseball team's loss may sting, but the upcoming soccer match and tennis games could lift spirits. If you're a fan, mark June 9 on your calendar for the Argentina vs Iceland match. The women's tennis team is also worth watching, with a strong 27-3 overall record.

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Who Benefited

Auburn University and its athletic department benefited from securing an international soccer match at Jordan‑Hare Stadium and from the women's tennis team's strong 27-3 season, positioning the program to host NCAA matches and raising institutional visibility.

Who Impacted

Auburn's baseball program and players suffered a notable setback after a 15-4 run-rule home loss to Jacksonville State, prompting a public team address from head coach Butch Thompson and scrutiny of team identity.

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