TucsonSentinel.com
Now Reading
Photos: Wildcats drop NCAA baseball regional to Grand Canyon U
Sign up for WATCHDOG UPDATE newsletters!
TucsonSentinel.com front page
Donate
"Local. Independent. Nonprofit. Nonpartisan. And no paywall, ever."
Sports news

Photos: Wildcats drop NCAA baseball regional to Grand Canyon U

West Virginia defeats Dallas Baptist in NCAA regional first round

Patrick Mulligan
TucsonSentinel.com
  • Brendan Summerhill of the University of Arizona hits a single in the bottom of the 2nd inning against Grand Canyon University at Hi Corbett Field on May 31, 2024, in Tucson.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comBrendan Summerhill of the University of Arizona hits a single in the bottom of the 2nd inning against Grand Canyon University at Hi Corbett Field on May 31, 2024, in Tucson.
  • Armani Guzman of West Virginia University slides back to first base on a pick-off as Chayton Krauss of Dallas Baptist University makes the play.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comArmani Guzman of West Virginia University slides back to first base on a pick-off as Chayton Krauss of Dallas Baptist University makes the play.
  • Grand Canyon University players and coaches huddle up to celebrate their win after the game against University of Arizona,
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comGrand Canyon University players and coaches huddle up to celebrate their win after the game against University of Arizona,
  • Eric Orloff #29 of the University of Arizona fields a bunt in the top of the 9th inning.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comEric Orloff #29 of the University of Arizona fields a bunt in the top of the 9th inning.
  • GCU's Isaac Lyon pitches against the Wildcats.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comGCU's Isaac Lyon pitches against the Wildcats.
  • Tommy Splaine #20 of Grand Canyon University receives a throw at first base in the top of the 7th inning.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comTommy Splaine #20 of Grand Canyon University receives a throw at first base in the top of the 7th inning.
  • Emilio Barreras #24 of Grand Canyon University celebrates at second base after hitting a double in the top of the 7th inning.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comEmilio Barreras #24 of Grand Canyon University celebrates at second base after hitting a double in the top of the 7th inning.
  • Tyler Wilson #4 of Grand Canyon University hits a ground ball to end the top of the 5th inning.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comTyler Wilson #4 of Grand Canyon University hits a ground ball to end the top of the 5th inning.
  • UA's Clark Candiotti #44 throws a pitch against Grand Canyon University.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comUA's Clark Candiotti #44 throws a pitch against Grand Canyon University.
  • Wildcat Emilio Corona #11 running the bases.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comWildcat Emilio Corona #11 running the bases.
  • Emilio Barreras #24 of Grand Canyon University hits a fly ball out to end the top of the 2nd inning.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comEmilio Barreras #24 of Grand Canyon University hits a fly ball out to end the top of the 2nd inning.
  • Mason White #24 of University of Arizona fields a ground ball and throws it to first in the top of the 1st inning.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comMason White #24 of University of Arizona fields a ground ball and throws it to first in the top of the 1st inning.
  • Grant Jay #7 of Dallas Baptist University receives a pitch against West Virginia University at Hi Corbett Field.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comGrant Jay #7 of Dallas Baptist University receives a pitch against West Virginia University at Hi Corbett Field.
  • Logan Sauve #33 of West Virginia University hits a three-run home run in the top of the 3rd inning against Dallas Baptist University.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comLogan Sauve #33 of West Virginia University hits a three-run home run in the top of the 3rd inning against Dallas Baptist University.
  • Logan Sauve #33 of West Virginia University runs to third base in the top of the 6th inning.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comLogan Sauve #33 of West Virginia University runs to third base in the top of the 6th inning.
  • Ben Lumsden #37 of West Virginia University catches a fly ball in the bottom of the 7th.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comBen Lumsden #37 of West Virginia University catches a fly ball in the bottom of the 7th.
  • Reed Chumley #13 of West Virginia University throws the ball to first in the bottom of the 8th.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comReed Chumley #13 of West Virginia University throws the ball to first in the bottom of the 8th.
  • Alex Pendergast #6 of Dallas Baptist University points back at his dugout after hitting a double in the bottom of the 8th.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comAlex Pendergast #6 of Dallas Baptist University points back at his dugout after hitting a double in the bottom of the 8th.
  • Miguel Santos #3 of Dallas Baptist University attempts to turn a double play in the top of the 8th inning as Reed Chumley #13 of West Virginia University slides into second base.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comMiguel Santos #3 of Dallas Baptist University attempts to turn a double play in the top of the 8th inning as Reed Chumley #13 of West Virginia University slides into second base.
  • Chayton Krauss #19 of Dallas Baptist University catches a foul ball in the top of the 9th inning.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comChayton Krauss #19 of Dallas Baptist University catches a foul ball in the top of the 9th inning.
  • Dillon Haines #17 of Dallas Baptist University throws a pitch.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comDillon Haines #17 of Dallas Baptist University throws a pitch.
  • Luke Heefner #12of Dallas Baptist University stretches at 2nd base to try and complete a double play as Reed Chumley #13 of West Virginia University slides back to second.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comLuke Heefner #12of Dallas Baptist University stretches at 2nd base to try and complete a double play as Reed Chumley #13 of West Virginia University slides back to second.
  • Brodie Kresser #12 of West Virginia University takes off his gear while on the ground after being thrown out on a steal attempt.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comBrodie Kresser #12 of West Virginia University takes off his gear while on the ground after being thrown out on a steal attempt.
  • Derek Clark #2 and Logan Sauve #33 of West Virginia University meet in front of the mound after the final out to celebrate a win against Dallas Baptist University at Hi Corbett Field.
    Patrick Mulligan/TucsonSentinel.comDerek Clark #2 and Logan Sauve #33 of West Virginia University meet in front of the mound after the final out to celebrate a win against Dallas Baptist University at Hi Corbett Field.

The Tucson regional round of the NCAA 2024 baseball tournament kicked off Friday, with the University of Arizona not able to capitalize on their home-field advantage.

West Virginia vs. Dallas Baptist University

In the opening game, West Virginia secured a decisive 4-1 victory over Dallas Baptist University, propelled by an outstanding complete game from their ace, Derek Clark. His pitching kept Dallas Baptist's potent offense at bay, allowing just one run while striking out numerous batters.

The Mountaineers' timely hitting, highlighted by contributions from JJ Wetherholt and Sam White, proved pivotal in their advance to the winners' bracket.

Grand Canyon University vs. University of Arizona

The second game saw a win for Grand Canyon University as they stunned the University of Arizona 9-4, marking their first-ever NCAA regional victory.

GCU's victory was fueled by a combination of solid pitching and opportunistic hitting, overcoming Arizona's home-field advantage and confidence from an 11-game win streak.

As the Tucson regional progresses, both West Virginia and Grand Canyon University will look to build on their early successes, aiming for spots in the Super Regionals, and coveted slots in Omaha at the College World Series.

Patrick Mulligan is a photographer with Tucson’s Studio Create.

Filed under

sports, baseball, college, breaking,

Read more about

, grand canyon university, ua, wildcats

More by Patrick Mulligan

— 30 —

More by Patrick Mulligan

Sponsored by

We need your help.

Unlike most news outlets, the Tucson Sentinel publishes our stories without a paywall. We believe a healthy community depends on everyone having access to quality independent journalism, whether they can afford to pay or not. As a nonprofit organization, we're committed to providing real reporting to everyone in Southern Arizona.

But a single story can cost us thousands of dollars to report – some take months and months of dogged digging, others require paying for tall stacks of records that officials don't want to provide. Some mean driving to remote corners of Pima County, and some see our reporters sitting through endless government meetings to make sure they get the whole story and not just a quick headline. Our award-winning newsroom has some of the best reporters, photographers & editors in the state, and we're dedicated to getting the story right.

Our pioneering effort to rebuild local news will only work if enough people join our Watchdog Club community of paying members. Please join today for as little as $15/month.

For those who can't afford to contribute right now, please sign up for one of our free Watchdog Update newsletters, and help the spread word about the Sentinel to your friends, family, neighbors & co-workers. Your contributions help the Sentinel sustain & grow our nonprofit newsroom & bolster our commitment to delivering the important independent news our community needs to thrive.

A smarter Tucson is a better Tucson — and the Sentinel shines a light on this town because we love it. Please join with us today. 

Yes!

I want to help TucsonSentinel.com offer a real news alternative!

 

Subscribe and stretch your donation over time:

Or give a secure one-time gift with PayPal or your credit card:

The Tucson Sentinel is published by Tucson Investigative Reporting Center Inc., an Arizona nonprofit organization. Your contribution is tax-deductible.

Sponsored by

© 2009-2024 TucsonSentinel.com, Tucson, Arizona

Best in Internet Exploder

authentically local news for the BorderlandsNuestras noticias siempre son gratis para leer. Reportarlas no lo son.Noticias auténticamente locales y perspectivas comunitarias