The No. 4 Central Missouri Mules (40-16) face off against the No. 5 UT Tyler Patriots (49-13) in an NCAA Division II World Series elimination game on June 2 at 12:30 p.m. CT in Cary, N.C. Central Missouri aims to extend their season after a record-breaking 23-9 win over UIndy. This matchup marks the second meeting between the teams, following UCM's earlier loss to the Patriots in the World Series. A victory is crucial for UCM to advance to the semifinals against the top-seeded West Chester.

By the Numbers
  • UCM scored 23 runs in their last game, a record for the World Series in Cary since 2009.
  • UCM has 36 NCAA-II tournament appearances, with this being their 22nd World Series entry.
State of Play
  • UCM is coming off a dominant performance, winning their last game against UIndy with a historic run total.
  • The team has won three straight in the Central Regional, showcasing strong offensive and pitching stats.
What's Next

If UCM wins against UT Tyler, they will advance to face No. 1-seeded West Chester in the semifinals on June 3. A loss would mean the end of their season, bringing it to a close.

Bottom Line

The Mules must leverage their recent offensive momentum and solid pitching to stay alive in the tournament. Winning is essential not just for survival, but to continue their storied legacy in NCAA baseball.