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The USU Eastern baseball team has clinched the No. 2 seed in the Scenic West Athletic Conference (SWAC) Region 18 Tournament and will host the first-round semifinals at Ernie Gardner Field in Helper, Utah. This marks a significant milestone for the Eagles, who concluded the regular season with an impressive 28-18 overall record and a 14-10 mark in conference play.
USU Eastern’s season was highlighted by strong performances both at home and on the road. The Eagles posted an 8-4 record at Ernie Gardner Field and went 17-13 in away games. Entering the postseason on a four-game winning streak, the team is gaining momentum at a crucial time.
As hosts of the first-round semifinals, USU Eastern will face the College of Southern Idaho in a best-of-three series beginning Thursday, May 3, at 1:00 p.m. Game two will take place Friday at 1:00 p.m., with a decisive third game, if necessary, scheduled for Saturday at 12:00 p.m. The winner will advance to the Region 18 Championship Game, bringing them one step closer to the NJCAA World Series.
Fans are encouraged to support the Eagles as they look to capitalize on their home-field advantage and continue their postseason run. Tickets and additional tournament information are available at www.usueasternathletics.com, with live streaming provided on the Scenic West Digital Network.