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No. 21 Texas A&M (17–3, 1–2 SEC) returns to Olsen Field at Blue Bell Park this weekend for its first home SEC series of the season, hosting No. 5 Georgia (17–4, 2–1 SEC) in what already feels like a tone‑setting matchup for both programs.
The Aggies continue to trend upward at the plate. With the way they’re swinging it, there isn’t a game they’re ever truly out of. But as every SEC team eventually learns, bats can cool. When they do, consistent starting pitching and elite defense become non‑negotiable. The defense has been outstanding, but the pitching staff has taken a step back in recent weeks, compounded by two season‑ending injuries in the bullpen. Head coach Michael Earley acknowledged the strain, noting that A&M needs more length from its starters to protect the remaining relief arms.
Offensively, Texas A&M remains one of the best‑hitting teams in the country, entering the weekend near .329 as a group. The Aggies put together a strong showing against a quality Oklahoma pitching staff, piling up 27 runs on 27 hits in the series. Junior standout Chris Hacopian has been exactly as advertised, hitting .370 with 10 hits, three home runs, and just three strikeouts. Caden Sorrell continues to anchor the lineup, leading the team with a .389 average, 11 home runs, and 37 RBI. His only blemish is a rising swing‑and‑miss rate, he also leads the team with 20 strikeouts, but if he trims that down, his ceiling (and the team’s) climbs even higher.
Georgia arrives as one of the nation’s premier power‑hitting clubs, backed by a deep pitching staff under respected head coach Wes Johnson. The Bulldogs lead the SEC in batting average (.343) and have launched a staggering 69 home runs, numbers that speak for themselves regardless of schedule strength. They’re dangerous, disciplined, and explosive.
This weekend marks the 27th meeting between the programs, with Texas A&M holding a 16–10 advantage. Georgia won last year’s matchup 7–5, and historically the series has swung back and forth with neither side stringing together more than two straight wins. For the Aggies, this is a significant opportunity. A résumé‑builder, a momentum‑grabber, and a chance to stabilize their SEC footing early in the season.
Below is all the information for the series:
Game 1 - March 20 at 6 p.m. CT
Texas A&M: LHP Shane Sdao
Stats: 3-0, 3.41 ERA, 29.0 IP, 27 K, 3 BB
Georgia: RHP Joey Volchko
Stats: 4-0, 3.81 ERA, 26.0 IP, 32 K, 10 BB
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Game 2 - March 21 at2 p.m. CT
Texas A&M: RHP Weston Moss
Stats: 3-1, 5.76 ERA, 25.0 IP, 25 K, 7 BB
Georgia: RHP Dylan Vigue
Stats: 3-1, 02.31 ERA, 23.1 IP, 29 K, 7 BB
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Game 3 - March 22 at 3 p.m. CT
Texas A&M: RHP Aiden Sims
Stats: 3-0, 3.55 ERA, 25.1 IP, 27 K, 9 BB
Georgia: TBA
Stats: N/A
TV/Streaming: SEC Network+
Radio: Locally Sports Radio 1150/93.7 The Zone
Social: Follow the @AggiesBaseball on X for updates
Internet: 12thMan.com / 12th Man Mobile app for live play-by-play
Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Jarrett Johnson on X: @whosnextsports1.
This article originally appeared on Aggies Wire: Where to watch Texas A&M baseball vs Georgia series
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The Aggies continue to trend upward at the plate. With the way they’re swinging it, there isn’t a game they’re ever truly out of. But as every SEC team eventually learns, bats can cool. When they do, consistent starting pitching and elite defense become non‑negotiable. The defense has been outstanding, but the pitching staff has taken a step back in recent weeks, compounded by two season‑ending injuries in the bullpen. Head coach Michael Earley acknowledged the strain, noting that A&M needs more length from its starters to protect the remaining relief arms.
Offensively, Texas A&M remains one of the best‑hitting teams in the country, entering the weekend near .329 as a group. The Aggies put together a strong showing against a quality Oklahoma pitching staff, piling up 27 runs on 27 hits in the series. Junior standout Chris Hacopian has been exactly as advertised, hitting .370 with 10 hits, three home runs, and just three strikeouts. Caden Sorrell continues to anchor the lineup, leading the team with a .389 average, 11 home runs, and 37 RBI. His only blemish is a rising swing‑and‑miss rate, he also leads the team with 20 strikeouts, but if he trims that down, his ceiling (and the team’s) climbs even higher.
Georgia arrives as one of the nation’s premier power‑hitting clubs, backed by a deep pitching staff under respected head coach Wes Johnson. The Bulldogs lead the SEC in batting average (.343) and have launched a staggering 69 home runs, numbers that speak for themselves regardless of schedule strength. They’re dangerous, disciplined, and explosive.
This weekend marks the 27th meeting between the programs, with Texas A&M holding a 16–10 advantage. Georgia won last year’s matchup 7–5, and historically the series has swung back and forth with neither side stringing together more than two straight wins. For the Aggies, this is a significant opportunity. A résumé‑builder, a momentum‑grabber, and a chance to stabilize their SEC footing early in the season.
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Below is all the information for the series:
GAME SCHEDULE
Game 1 - March 20 at 6 p.m. CT
Texas A&M: LHP Shane Sdao
Stats: 3-0, 3.41 ERA, 29.0 IP, 27 K, 3 BB
Georgia: RHP Joey Volchko
Stats: 4-0, 3.81 ERA, 26.0 IP, 32 K, 10 BB
______________________________________________
Game 2 - March 21 at2 p.m. CT
Texas A&M: RHP Weston Moss
Stats: 3-1, 5.76 ERA, 25.0 IP, 25 K, 7 BB
Georgia: RHP Dylan Vigue
Stats: 3-1, 02.31 ERA, 23.1 IP, 29 K, 7 BB
______________________________________________
Game 3 - March 22 at 3 p.m. CT
Texas A&M: RHP Aiden Sims
Stats: 3-0, 3.55 ERA, 25.1 IP, 27 K, 9 BB
Georgia: TBA
Stats: N/A
WAYS TO FOLLOW THE SERIES
TV/Streaming: SEC Network+
Radio: Locally Sports Radio 1150/93.7 The Zone
Social: Follow the @AggiesBaseball on X for updates
Internet: 12thMan.com / 12th Man Mobile app for live play-by-play
Contact/Follow us @AggiesWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Texas A&M news, notes and opinions. Follow Jarrett Johnson on X: @whosnextsports1.
This article originally appeared on Aggies Wire: Where to watch Texas A&M baseball vs Georgia series
Continue reading...
