Jax State's baseball team, ranked 21st and seeded third, will face second-seeded Virginia in the opening game of the 2026 Hattiesburg Regional on Friday at 6:00 p.m. The Gamecocks enter with a top record of 46-13 and a five-game winning streak, including their first Conference USA Championship title. This is their first appearance in the D1Baseball poll, marking a significant milestone for the program.

By the Numbers
  • Jax State has a 46-13 overall record, the best in the regional.
  • Virginia is making their 22nd regional appearance after missing it in 2025.
State of Play
  • Southern Miss, the number nine national seed, holds a record of 44-15 and has hosted back-to-back regionals.
  • Little Rock returns to the postseason with a 10-6 comeback win in the Ohio Valley Conference tournament.
What's Next

If the Gamecocks win, they will set a new program record for most victories in a single season and potentially face Little Rock in a historic matchup.

Bottom Line

Jax State's performance in this regional may not only solidify their emerging reputation but also significantly impact their future trajectory in collegiate baseball.