Bears edge Stephen F. Austin in thriller

Baylor baseball team wins 9-8 with late-game heroics

Feb. 25, 2026 at 7:48am

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The Baylor Bears baseball team defeated Stephen F. Austin 9-8 in a close game at Baylor Ballpark on Tuesday. The Bears hit three home runs and had a daring steal of home in the eighth inning to secure the victory and improve their record to 5-3 on the season.

Why it matters

This win keeps the Bears in contention early in the season and demonstrates their ability to win close games against tough opponents like Stephen F. Austin. The exciting finish with the steal of home will also generate buzz and interest around the team.

The details

The Bears fell behind early but rallied with three home runs to take the lead. In the eighth inning, a Bears player stole home to give the team a one-run advantage that they were able to hold onto for the win.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.
  • The Bears scored the winning run in the eighth inning.

The players

Baylor Bears

The baseball team from Baylor University in Waco, Texas.

Stephen F. Austin

The baseball team from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas.

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What’s next

The Bears will look to build on this win as they continue their season and aim to make the NCAA tournament.

The takeaway

The Bears showed resilience and clutch play to win a close game against a tough opponent, demonstrating their potential to be a contender this season.