Utah Tech Trailblazers baseball opens its final season in the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) by hosting Sacramento State this weekend. The teams will compete in a three-game series at Bruce Hurst Field from April 2-4, with Utah Tech looking to improve on its historical record of 8-11 against the Hornets. The Trailblazers recently split a Midwest series while boasting a solid 18-11 overall record. This season marks the Trailblazers' last in the WAC before transitioning to the Mountain West Conference in July 2026.

By the Numbers
  • Utah Tech has won four of the last six matchups against Sacramento State.
  • Head Coach Chris Pfatenhauer is approaching his 800th career game this Saturday.
State of Play
  • Utah Tech starts its six-game homestand after a strong 9-4 finish against Southern Illinois last weekend.
  • The Trailblazers are currently 8-3 at home this season and have a .656 winning percentage all-time at Bruce Hurst Field.
What's Next

Following the series with Sacramento State, Utah Tech will face in-state rival Utah on April 7, continuing its homestand with additional opportunities to solidify its WAC standing.

Bottom Line

As Utah Tech embarks on its final WAC season, fans should pay attention to the Trailblazers' performance, as successful outcomes may enhance momentum heading into the more competitive Mountain West Conference next season.