WVU Hosts NCAA Regional, Faces Binghamton Friday Evening
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Morgantown, W.Va. West Virginia University will host an NCAA Division I Baseball regional at Kendrick Family Ballpark beginning Friday, with the Mountaineers (39-14, 21-9 Big 12) slated to face Binghamton at 5 p.m. The NCAA named Kendrick Family Ballpark one of 16 regional host sites ahead of the selection show Monday.
Morgantown community members and fans are preparing for regional play this weekend; the four-team Morgantown regional also includes Wake Forest and Kentucky, with the bracket revealed Monday at noon on ESPN/ESPN2. WVU entered the weekend as the No. 16 national seed, and an if-necessary regional game is scheduled for Monday, June 1.
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Timeline
- 1. WVU finished regular season with a 39-14 overall record and 21-9 in Big 12 play.
- 2. WVU lost to Kansas in the Big 12 Tournament title game and finished runner-up.
- 3. NCAA announced 16 regional host sites, including Kendrick Family Ballpark, ahead of Selection Monday.
- 4. The 64-team NCAA bracket and seedings were revealed Monday at noon on ESPN/ESPN2.
- 5. Regional games in Morgantown begin Friday, with an if-necessary game scheduled for Monday, June 1.
Why it matters
This is a big deal for Morgantown and WVU fans. Hosting an NCAA regional boosts local pride and economy. It's a chance to support the Mountaineers and enjoy some high-quality baseball. If you're in the area, consider heading to Kendrick Family Ballpark this weekend.
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