Texas
Longhorns
44-14
Above-average offense (6.8 R/G in 2025). UFCU Disch-Falk plays neutral to slight hitter-friendly.
Front-end depth with Volantis, Harrison, and a deep bullpen. Staff ERA 3.42 in 2025. Strikeout rate above conference average.
60% RHP starts, balanced lineup L/R. Lineup performs better against RHP (.291 vs .267).
Game Plan
How They Win
- +Dominant Friday starter sets the tone for weekend series
- +Early-count aggression puts pressure on opposing starters in the first three innings
- +Bullpen depth allows Pierce to shorten games from the 6th inning on
- +Defensive middle (SS/2B/C) controls the running game and turns double plays at a top-10 national rate
How They Lose
- -Mid-week pitching depth thins against quality Tuesday opponents
- -Over-reliance on the long ball — when power goes cold, the offense lacks manufacturing ability
- -Road series against elite SEC pitching (LSU, A&M, Vandy) historically challenging
- -Bullpen usage in tournament format can leave the staff short for elimination games
Key Players
RHP · Jr.
OF/1B · Jr.
C · Sr.
Schedule Snapshot
SEC slate includes series at LSU (Apr 3-5), vs. Texas A&M (Apr 17-19), at Vanderbilt (May 1-3). Non-conference features Michigan State (Feb 20-22) and a mid-week at Dallas Baptist. The back half is loaded — four of the last six weekends are against teams projected in the top 25.
BSI Outlook
Texas has the rotation depth, offensive firepower, and defensive polish to reach Omaha. The question is whether the mid-week staff can hold against a conference that offers no off-nights. If Volantis stays healthy and the bullpen avoids April fatigue, this is a national seed contender.