Tarleton State rallies past Le Moyne

Texans overcome early 4-0 deficit to earn 5-4 victory

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Tarleton State baseball team battled back from an early 4-0 deficit to defeat Le Moyne 5-4 on Saturday night. Le Moyne took the early lead, but Tarleton State responded with a big third inning to tie the game. The Texans then took the lead in the sixth inning and held on for the victory, with strong pitching from the bullpen.

Why it matters

This was an important early-season win for the Tarleton State baseball team as they look to build momentum and compete for a conference championship this year. The Texans showed resilience in coming back from a big early deficit, which could serve them well later in the season.

The details

Le Moyne jumped out to a 4-0 lead early, but Tarleton State responded with a three-run triple in the third inning to tie the game. The Texans then took the lead in the sixth inning when a Dolphins shortstop error allowed a run to score. The Tarleton State bullpen shut down Le Moyne's offense over the final innings to preserve the victory.

  • The game was played on Saturday, February 15, 2026.
  • Tarleton State and Le Moyne will square off again on Sunday, February 16, 2026 at 1 p.m.

The players

Tarleton State Baseball

The baseball team from Tarleton State University, a public university located in Stephenville, Texas.

Le Moyne

The baseball team from Le Moyne College, a private Jesuit university located in Syracuse, New York.

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What’s next

Tarleton State and Le Moyne will square off again on Sunday, February 16, 2026 at 1 p.m. as the Texans look to complete the series sweep.

The takeaway

Tarleton State's ability to rally from a big early deficit and get strong pitching from their bullpen shows the team's potential to be a contender this season. The Texans will look to build on this win as they continue their non-conference schedule.