Tennessee vs. Texas baseball score replay: Longhorns fall short in SEC quarterfinals.
In a dramatic SEC Tournament quarterfinal matchup, the No. 1 Texas Longhorns were eliminated by the No. 21 Tennessee Volunteers in a 7–5, 12-inning thriller. The game, held on May 22, 2025, in Hoover, Alabama, showcased Tennessee’s resilience and timely offense, while highlighting Texas’s recent struggles.(Houston Chronicle)
Texas jumped to a commanding 4–0 lead in the early innings, propelled by Ethan Mendoza’s two-run triple and a strong performance from surprise starter Ethan Walker. Walker held Tennessee scoreless through the first four innings, keeping the Volunteers at bay. However, the momentum shifted in the middle innings.(Houston Chronicle)
In the fifth inning, Texas shortstop Jalin Floris committed a costly error, failing to turn a potential inning-ending double play. This miscue allowed Tennessee to score two runs, narrowing the deficit to 4–2. The Volunteers added another run in the sixth, tying the game at 4–4. Tennessee’s bullpen, particularly Brandon Arvidson, kept the Longhorns’ offense in check, striking out nine batters over 5â…“ innings and limiting Texas to just one run after the fourth inning. (Houston Chronicle)
The game remained tied at 4–4 through nine innings, forcing extra innings. In the top of the 10th, Tennessee’s Gavin Klein delivered a go-ahead home run, giving the Volunteers a 5–4 lead. Texas responded in the bottom of the 10th, tying the game at 5–5 with singles from Rylan Galvan and Kimble Schuessler. However, in the 12th inning, Klein struck again with a two-run double off Texas closer Dylan Volantis, securing a 7–5 lead for Tennessee. The Longhorns went down in order in the bottom of the 12th, sealing their elimination from the tournament. (ESPN.com, Houston Cronicle)
- Texas’s Early Lead: The Longhorns capitalized on early offense and strong pitching to build a 4–0 lead.
- Tennessee’s Resilience: Despite early setbacks, the Volunteers capitalized on defensive miscues and timely hitting to mount a comeback.
- Pitching Performances: Ethan Walker’s initial dominance for Texas contrasted with Brandon Arvidson’s extended relief outing for Tennessee, which proved crucial.(Houston Chronicle)
- Postseason Outlook: Texas, despite the loss, is expected to retain a top-eight seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament, potentially hosting a super regional. However, their recent performance raises questions about their postseason prospects. (Houston Chronicle
This game exemplified the unpredictability of postseason baseball, where momentum can shift rapidly, and every play carries significant weight. Tennessee’s victory not only advanced them in the SEC Tournament but also served as a reminder of their championship pedigree, having won the 2024 College World Series. (Wikipedia)
