Georgia Bulldogs Outlast East Tennessee State in Slugfest

Bulldogs extend home run lead with two more long balls in 12-10 victory

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:24pm

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The Georgia Bulldogs defeated the East Tennessee State Buccaneers 12-10 in a high-scoring affair at Foley Field on Tuesday night. The two teams combined for 24 hits, with Georgia adding to its national lead in home runs with two more long balls. The Bulldogs jumped out to an early 5-1 lead in the first inning, but ETSU battled back to make it a one-run game. Georgia responded with a three-run homer from Henry Allen to extend the lead, but ETSU kept it close with a three-run shot from Tristan Curless. Michael O'Shaughnessy's solo homer in the seventh inning provided some insurance for the Bulldogs, who used a committee approach on the mound to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This win keeps Georgia's momentum going as they prepare to face a tough SEC opponent in Arkansas this weekend. The Bulldogs' powerful offense, led by their national home run lead, has been a key factor in their success this season. However, the close nature of this game against a non-conference foe highlights the need for Georgia to shore up its pitching if they hope to make a deep postseason run.

The details

Georgia started Kenny Isikawa on the mound, but he struggled, allowing three runs in 1.2 innings. Paul Farley provided 2.1 innings of solid relief, and the Bulldogs used a committee approach the rest of the way, with Teddy Brennan, Thomas Ellisen, Mason Kosowick, and Matt Scott all making appearances. The Bulldogs' offense was led by Henry Allen's three-run homer and Michael O'Shaughnessy's solo shot, his 10th of the season.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at Foley Field in Athens, Georgia.
  • Georgia will travel to Fayetteville, Arkansas to face the Razorbacks in a weekend SEC series starting on Thursday, April 17, 2026 at 8 p.m.

The players

Kenny Isikawa

The starting pitcher for Georgia, who struggled in 1.2 innings of work, allowing three runs.

Paul Farley

The relief pitcher who provided 2.1 innings of solid work for the Bulldogs.

Henry Allen

The Georgia player who hit a three-run home run to extend the Bulldogs' lead in the fifth inning.

Tristan Curless

The East Tennessee State player who hit a three-run home run to keep the Buccaneers within striking distance.

Michael O'Shaughnessy

The Georgia player who hit a solo home run in the seventh inning to provide some insurance for the Bulldogs.

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What they’re saying

“We had to grind it out against a tough ETSU team, but our offense was able to respond every time they made a push. Winning these midweek games is crucial as we prepare for the stretch run in SEC play.”

— Kirby Smart, Georgia Head Coach

What’s next

Georgia will travel to Fayetteville, Arkansas to face the Razorbacks in a three-game SEC series starting on Thursday, April 17, 2026 at 8 p.m.

The takeaway

Georgia's powerful offense, led by its national home run lead, has been a key factor in the Bulldogs' success this season. However, the close nature of this game against a non-conference opponent highlights the need for Georgia to shore up its pitching if they hope to make a deep postseason run.