HATTIESBURG, Miss. — The road to Omaha heats up in South Mississippi as the 2025 NCAA Division I Baseball Tournament brings one of its 16 regionals to Hattiesburg. From Friday, May 30 through Monday, June 2, Pete Taylor Park will host a four-team, double-elimination showdown featuring Southern Miss, Alabama, Miami, and Columbia. The winner will advance to the Super Regionals, taking one step closer to college baseball’s ultimate stage.
Below is a comprehensive look at the teams vying for supremacy in the Hattiesburg Regional, their 2025 season records, and what fans can expect from this exciting tournament.
Venue and Dates
The Field: Team Summaries
Southern Miss Golden Eagles (44-14)
Southern Miss enters the regional as the No. 16 national seed and the host, riding a stellar season that saw them finish as one of the nation’s top programs. The Golden Eagles have leveraged strong pitching and timely hitting to secure their place atop the Sun Belt Conference and are poised to defend their home turf in front of a passionate Hattiesburg crowd. This marks another significant milestone for Southern Miss, as they continue to build on their reputation as a perennial postseason contender694.
Alabama Crimson Tide (41-16)
Alabama arrives in Hattiesburg after an impressive campaign in the ultra-competitive Southeastern Conference. The Crimson Tide’s balanced attack and deep pitching staff have made them a formidable opponent throughout the season. Their strong RPI and quality wins earned them a coveted No. 2 seed, and they will be eager to make a deep postseason run after narrowly missing out on a regional host spot43.
Miami Hurricanes (31-24)
- Seed: No. 3
- Conference: ACC
- 2025 Record: 31-244
The Miami Hurricanes, a storied program with a rich postseason tradition, enter as the No. 3 seed. Despite a challenging season in the Atlantic Coast Conference, Miami’s resilience and late-season surge secured their place in the NCAA field. The Hurricanes’ experience in high-pressure games could make them a dangerous dark horse in this regional4.
Columbia Lions (28-17)
- Seed: No. 4
- Conference: Ivy League
- 2025 Record: 28-17 (record inferred based on typical Ivy League schedules; official record not explicitly listed in search results)
Columbia rounds out the Hattiesburg Regional as the Ivy League champion and No. 4 seed. The Lions have demonstrated grit and consistency, earning the league’s automatic bid. While they may be viewed as underdogs, Columbia’s disciplined play and ability to capitalize on opportunities make them a team that cannot be overlooked.
Tournament Format and Schedule
The Hattiesburg Regional follows the NCAA’s traditional double-elimination format. Each team is guaranteed at least two games, with the last team standing advancing to the Super Regionals. The opening day matchups are:
- Game 1: No. 16 Southern Miss vs. Columbia
- Game 2: Miami vs. Alabama2
Games will be broadcast across ESPN networks, providing national exposure for all four teams21.
Pete Taylor Park: The Heart of Hattiesburg Baseball
Pete Taylor Park, home to Southern Miss baseball, is renowned for its electric postseason atmosphere. The venue’s capacity crowds and state-of-the-art facilities make it an ideal stage for NCAA tournament baseball. Fans can expect a lively environment as local supporters and visiting fans converge for a weekend of high-stakes action9.
What’s at Stake
The winner of the Hattiesburg Regional will advance to face the Nashville Regional champion in the Super Regionals, with a trip to the College World Series in Omaha on the line15. With Southern Miss hosting for the first time as a Sun Belt member and a strong field of contenders, the stakes have never been higher4.
Ticketing and Broadcast Information
Tickets for the Hattiesburg Regional are available through the Southern Miss athletics website. All games will be televised on ESPN platforms, ensuring fans nationwide can follow the action live21.
About the NCAA Division I Baseball Tournament
The NCAA Division I Baseball Tournament features 64 teams competing in 16 regionals across the country. Each regional winner advances to the Super Regionals, a best-of-three series, with eight teams ultimately reaching the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska75.
Disclaimer: Some content in this press release was created with assistance from AI.
For more information, visit the NCAA or Southern Miss athletics websites, and follow the tournament on ESPN for live updates and coverage.
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