2025 NCAA Baseball Baton Rouge Regional: Four Teams Set for Showdown at Alex Box Stadium

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BATON ROUGE, La. — The road to Omaha runs through Baton Rouge as the 2025 NCAA Division I Baseball Championship brings the excitement of postseason play to Alex Box Stadium, Skip Bertman Field. The Baton Rouge Regional, hosted by No. 6 national seed LSU, features four teams vying for a coveted spot in the Super Regionals. Action begins Friday, May 30, and runs through Monday, June 2, if necessary2 4.

Venue and Tournament Dates

Venue: Alex Box Stadium, Skip Bertman Field, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Dates: Friday, May 30 – Monday, June 2, 20252 4

The double-elimination format will see the winner advance to face the champion of the Clemson Regional in next weekend’s Super Regionals2 3.

Meet the Teams: Baton Rouge Regional

LSU Tigers (SEC)

Record: 43-14
Conference: Southeastern Conference (SEC)

LSU enters as the top seed in the Baton Rouge Regional and the No. 6 national seed in the tournament. The Tigers, led by head coach Jay Johnson, are coming off another outstanding regular season and have a storied postseason tradition, including seven national championships. LSU is seeking to build on its recent successes and leverage home-field advantage at Alex Box Stadium2 3 4.

Dallas Baptist Patriots (Conference USA)

Record: 41-16
Conference: Conference USA

Dallas Baptist, the No. 2 seed in the regional, has established itself as a perennial postseason contender. The Patriots finished near the top of Conference USA and bring a powerful lineup and deep pitching staff to Baton Rouge. Their consistent presence in the NCAA tournament makes them a formidable opponent for any host team3.

Rhode Island Rams (Atlantic 10)

Record: 36-21
Conference: Atlantic 10 Conference

The Rhode Island Rams, seeded third, arrive in Baton Rouge after a strong showing in the Atlantic 10. Known for their scrappy play and resilience, the Rams are making their presence felt on the national stage. Their balanced roster and momentum from conference play could make them a sleeper in this regional3.

Little Rock Trojans (Ohio Valley Conference)

Record: 24-32
Conference: Ohio Valley Conference (OVC)

Little Rock, the No. 4 seed, punched its ticket to the NCAA tournament by winning the Ohio Valley Conference Tournament. Despite their sub-.500 overall record, the Trojans are battle-tested and enter the regional with confidence after their postseason run. Their underdog status could make them a dangerous opponent in the opening round2 3 6.

Regional Schedule

Friday, May 30

Game 1: (1) LSU vs. (4) Little Rock — 2 p.m. CT (SEC Network)
Game 2: (2) Dallas Baptist vs. (3) Rhode Island — 6:30 p.m. CT (ESPN+)

Saturday, May 31

Game 3: Loser Game 1 vs. Loser Game 2 — 1 p.m. CT
Game 4: Winner Game 1 vs. Winner Game 2 — 5 p.m. CT

Sunday, June 1

Game 5: Winner Game 3 vs. Loser Game 4 — 2 p.m. CT
Game 6: Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 4 — 8 p.m. CT

Monday, June 2

Game 7: If necessary, Winner Game 5 vs. Winner Game 4 — Time TBD2 3 6

Tournament Format and Stakes

The Baton Rouge Regional follows the traditional NCAA double-elimination format. The team that emerges from this four-team bracket will advance to the Super Regionals, where they will face the winner of the Clemson Regional for a spot in the College World Series in Omaha2 3 4.

About Alex Box Stadium, Skip Bertman Field

Alex Box Stadium, Skip Bertman Field, is one of college baseball’s premier venues, renowned for its passionate fan base and electric postseason atmosphere. Hosting the regional for the 12th time since the NCAA adopted its current format in 1999, LSU’s home field provides a significant advantage for the Tigers and a memorable experience for visiting teams and fans alike2 4.

Looking Ahead

With powerhouse programs, rising contenders, and a classic underdog, the 2025 Baton Rouge Regional promises high drama and intense competition. The winner will move one step closer to Omaha and the chance to compete for college baseball’s ultimate prize.

Disclaimer: Some content in this post was created with assistance from artificial intelligence.