No. 5 Blinn College Baseball Defeats Coastal Bend

Dane Perry's two home runs and Hayden Morris' strong pitching performance lead to an 8-3 victory.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 7:21am

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The No. 5 ranked Blinn College baseball team defeated Coastal Bend College 8-3 on Tuesday in Beeville, Texas. Dane Perry hit two home runs to power the Buccaneers' offense, while starting pitcher Hayden Morris turned in a strong outing on the mound.

Why it matters

Blinn College is a top-ranked junior college baseball program, and this win over Coastal Bend keeps them in contention for a high playoff seed. The Buccaneers' powerful offense and solid pitching performance demonstrate why they are considered one of the best teams in the region.

The details

Dane Perry hit two home runs to lead the Blinn offense, driving in multiple runs. Starting pitcher Hayden Morris went 6 innings, allowing just 3 runs to earn the victory for the Buccaneers.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, April 1, 2026 in Beeville, Texas.

The players

Dane Perry

A key hitter for the Blinn College baseball team, Perry hit two home runs in the victory over Coastal Bend.

Hayden Morris

The starting pitcher for Blinn College, Morris turned in a strong 6-inning performance to earn the win.

Blinn College

A top-ranked junior college baseball program that is currently ranked #5 in the nation.

Coastal Bend College

The opponent that Blinn College defeated 8-3 in this game.

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What they’re saying

“It's good to see him get going again. He's a good hitter, and it's good to see him get a couple of big ones.”

— Blinn Head Coach

What’s next

Blinn College will look to build on this win as they continue their conference schedule. Their next game is scheduled for this Saturday against rival Navarro College.

The takeaway

Blinn College's powerful offense and strong pitching performance in this game demonstrate why they are considered one of the top junior college baseball programs in the region. Their ability to win games against quality opponents like Coastal Bend will be crucial as they push for a high playoff seed.