Georgia Tech Baseball Looks to Rebound After First Loss

Jackets All Access Episode 2 goes behind the scenes with the Yellow Jackets

Feb. 25, 2026 at 10:52pm

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Georgia Tech baseball, ranked 5th in the nation, suffered its first loss of the season against Georgia State on Tuesday. This episode of Jackets All Access on Atlanta News First goes in-depth on the team's offensive explosion, an interview with starting pitcher Tate McKee, and analysis from ACC expert Dani Wexelman on the Yellow Jackets' high expectations for the 2026 season.

Why it matters

Georgia Tech baseball has gotten off to a historic start this season, and the Yellow Jackets are seen as a top contender to win the ACC and make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament. This episode of Jackets All Access provides an inside look at the team as they look to regroup after their first loss and maintain their status as one of the top programs in college baseball.

The details

The episode features an in-depth interview with starting pitcher Tate McKee, who discusses his journey from being raised by Auburn fans to becoming a key part of Georgia Tech's rotation. It also dives into the team's impressive offensive numbers through the first nine games, which have been nothing short of historic. Additionally, ACC expert Dani Wexelman provides analysis on the high expectations surrounding the Yellow Jackets this season.

  • Georgia Tech suffered its first loss of the season on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.
  • This episode of Jackets All Access aired on Atlanta News First on February 25, 2026.

The players

Tate McKee

A starting pitcher for the Georgia Tech baseball team and a graduate of Mount Paran Christian.

Dani Wexelman

An expert on ACC baseball who provides analysis on the Georgia Tech program and its high expectations for the 2026 season.

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What they’re saying

“From being raised by Auburn fans, to starting on Friday nights for the Yellow Jackets, Mount Paran Christian grad Tate McKee is leading the charge for Georgia Tech's starting rotation.”

— Baillie Burmaster, Sports Director (Atlanta News First)

“The first nine games of the season for Georgia Tech have been nothing short of historic.”

— Kinsey Lee, Sports Reporter (Atlanta News First)

“With high-level talent, comes high-level expectations. Those that know ACC baseball best are giving the Yellow Jackets more than a fighting chance to win the conference and head to Omaha.”

— Baillie Burmaster, Sports Director (Atlanta News First)

What’s next

The Georgia Tech baseball team will look to bounce back from their first loss of the season as they continue their ACC schedule.

The takeaway

Georgia Tech baseball has gotten off to a historic start in 2026, and with high-level talent and expectations, the Yellow Jackets are seen as a top contender to win the ACC and make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament. This episode of Jackets All Access provides an inside look at the team as they regroup after their first loss of the season.