Bears Overcome Golden Lions in Comeback Victory

Central Arkansas scores 8 runs in 7th inning to rally past UAPB

Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:58pm

A cubist, geometric painting depicting the dynamic action of a college baseball game, with fragmented shapes and planes of players, bats, balls, and the field in the Bears' and Golden Lions' team colors.Central Arkansas' late-inning offensive explosion propels the Bears to a hard-fought victory over in-state rival UAPB.Pine Bluff Today

The Central Arkansas Bears baseball team overcame a deficit with an 8-run outburst in the 7th inning to defeat the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions by a final score of 9-6 on Tuesday night at Bear Stadium.

Why it matters

The comeback win showcases the resilience and offensive firepower of the Bears, who were able to erase an early deficit against their in-state rival. The game also highlights the competitive nature of the local college baseball scene in Arkansas.

The details

After falling behind 6-1, the Bears exploded for 8 runs in the 7th inning to take the lead and ultimately secure the victory. The big inning was fueled by timely hitting, aggressive baserunning, and some defensive miscues by the Golden Lions.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 8, 2026 at Bear Stadium.
  • The Bears scored 8 runs in the 7th inning to take the lead.

The players

Central Arkansas Bears

The baseball team representing the University of Central Arkansas, a Division I program that competes in the Southland Conference.

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Golden Lions

The baseball team representing the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, a Division I HBCU program that competes in the Southwestern Athletic Conference.

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The takeaway

The Bears' come-from-behind victory showcases the team's offensive firepower and resilience, providing an exciting early-season win over an in-state rival and setting the stage for what could be a promising season for the Central Arkansas baseball program.