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Penn State Erie Today
By the People, for the People
Kansas State Defeats Penn State in Desert Invitational
The Wildcats win a close matchup at the annual college baseball tournament.
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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In a highly anticipated matchup at the 2026 Desert Invitational, the Kansas State Wildcats defeated the Penn State Nittany Lions in a close game. The final score was 5-4, with Kansas State edging out Penn State in the final innings.
Why it matters
The Desert Invitational is a prestigious annual college baseball tournament that attracts top teams from across the country. This win for Kansas State is an important early-season victory that could boost their chances of making the NCAA tournament later in the year.
The details
Kansas State took an early 3-0 lead, but Penn State battled back to tie the game 3-3 in the 7th inning. The Wildcats then scored two runs in the 8th to regain the lead, which they were able to hold onto for the remainder of the game.
- The game was played on February 15, 2026.
- Kansas State and Penn State faced off in the Desert Invitational tournament.
The players
Kansas State Wildcats
The Kansas State baseball team, representing Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas.
Penn State Nittany Lions
The Penn State baseball team, representing Pennsylvania State University in University Park, Pennsylvania.
What’s next
The win moves Kansas State to 2-1 in the Desert Invitational, while Penn State drops to 1-2. Both teams will continue to compete in the tournament over the next few days.
The takeaway
This early-season matchup between two strong college baseball programs provided an exciting start to the Desert Invitational tournament, showcasing the high level of talent and competitiveness in Division I college baseball.
