Aidan Robbins hits for cycle as Longhorns clinch second series win

No. 3 Texas baseball gets sixth-straight victory behind junior outfielder's big day

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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No. 3 Texas baseball clinched its second-straight series victory, taking down the Michigan State Spartans 3-1 behind a standout performance from junior outfielder Aidan Robbins. Robbins hit for the cycle, going 4-for-4 with two RBIs, including a solo home run in the eighth inning. The Longhorns also got strong defensive efforts from senior third baseman Temo Becerra and junior catcher Carson Tinney.

Why it matters

The win extends Texas's winning streak to six games and keeps them firmly in the top 5 of the national rankings. Robbins's cycle is a rare feat that highlights the team's offensive firepower and ability to win close games against quality opponents like Michigan State.

The details

Robbins hit a single in the first inning, a triple in the third, a double in the sixth and completed his cycle with a solo-shot off the right field foul pole in the eighth. He finished the game 4-4 with two runs-batted-in. Senior third baseman Temo Becerra made several impressive defensive plays, while junior catcher Carson Tinney threw out two would-be base-stealers. The game was tied 1-1 until the Longhorns scored two late runs, including Robbins's homer, to secure the victory.

  • Robbins hit for the cycle in the game on February 22, 2026.
  • The Longhorns clinched their second straight series victory on February 22, 2026.

The players

Aidan Robbins

A junior outfielder for the Texas Longhorns baseball team who hit for the cycle in the game, going 4-for-4 with two RBIs.

Temo Becerra

A senior third baseman for the Texas Longhorns who made several impressive defensive plays in the game.

Carson Tinney

A junior catcher for the Texas Longhorns who threw out two would-be base-stealers in the game.

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What they’re saying

“I honestly had no clue (about the cycle). I was just hyped up to get another run on the board for my guys.”

— Aidan Robbins, Junior Outfielder (thedailytexan.com)

“(The transition has) been great, I've been putting a lot of work in. (I) make it simple: catch the ball, throw it across the diamond.”

— Temo Becerra, Senior Third Baseman (thedailytexan.com)

What’s next

The Longhorns will look to complete the sweep of Michigan State on February 23, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. at UFCU Disch-Falk Field in Austin.

The takeaway

Aidan Robbins's historic cycle performance, combined with strong defensive efforts from Temo Becerra and Carson Tinney, powered the Longhorns to their sixth straight win and second consecutive series victory. This well-rounded team effort highlights Texas's status as one of the top baseball programs in the country.