Alabama wins extra-innings, advances to NCAA Super Regional
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TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — On Sunday night, May 31, Alabama defeated Oklahoma State 9-7 in 11 innings at Sewell-Thomas Stadium when catcher Brady Neal hit a two-out, three-run home run in the 11th inning. The victory clinched the Tuscaloosa Regional for No. 7-seeded Alabama and ended Oklahoma State’s run in the regional. Alabama (40-19) advances to the NCAA Super Regional and will host the best-of-three series, its first time hosting since 2006. The win followed Eric Hines’ eighth-inning tying homer and Neal’s key defensive play in the 10th; Florida State must beat St. John's twice on Monday, June 1, to potentially meet Alabama.
Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- May 31, 2026 — Alabama and Oklahoma State meet in the Tuscaloosa Regional at Sewell-Thomas Stadium.
- May 31, 2026 — Oklahoma State takes late lead; Eric Hines ties the game with an eighth-inning homer.
- May 31, 2026 — In the 10th, Brady Neal throws out a runner to extend the game.
- May 31, 2026 — Neal hits a three-run homer in the 11th inning to put Alabama ahead.
- June 1, 2026 — Alabama advances to and will host a Super Regional; Florida State must win twice to face Alabama.
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- If you're a sports fan, especially college baseball, this is a big deal. Alabama hasn't hosted a Super Regional since
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- This win could boost local morale and potentially bring more attention and resources to the team. Check out the Super Regional schedule and support your team.
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The Alabama baseball program, its players, coaches and the University of Alabama community benefited directly by advancing to and earning hosting rights for a Super Regional, increasing exposure, potential revenue, and recruiting advantages.
Oklahoma State's baseball team and its fans suffered elimination from the Tuscaloosa Regional after the 9-7 extra-innings loss, ending their 2026 regional run.
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