Razorbacks hit the road after NCAA regional hosting bid falls short
Arkansas learned it will not host an NCAA baseball regional and will be sent to an away regional based on its NCAA ranking, likely between 17th and 20th, with possible destinations including Nebraska, Kansas, West Virginia and Oregon. The Razorbacks, 39-20, boosted by 18 Quad 1 wins and 20 SEC victories, saw the decision hinge on metrics like RPI, DSR and KPI, despite a strong Hoover performance and late-season momentum. Coach Dave Van Horn defended the year-long body of work, while players noted the motivation to play close to home. This marks only the second time in nine seasons Arkansas hasn’t hosted a regional (the previous being 2022).