GIFT OR GRIT: West Virginia MOUNTS Comeback, Stuns Troy LATE
From Locked On Sun Belt - Daily Podcast On Sun Belt Conference Football & Basketball by Locked On Podcast Network, Dave Schultz
June 12, 2026 · 33 min · Episode 993
About this episode
Dave Schultz analyzes the dramatic College World Series opener where West Virginia Mountaineers outlasted Troy Trojans, discussing key moments and player performances.
West Virginia Mountaineers outlast Troy Trojans in a dramatic 7-5 College World Series opener, seizing control late as both bullpens shine under pressure. Did Troy’s costly errors gift the game to WVU, or did the Mountaineers truly earn the win? Dave Schultz unpacks the back-and-forth battle, spotlighting Ian Korn and Zach Crotchfelt’s pitching efforts and the game-changing moments—like Sean Darnell’s infield mishap and Sean Smith’s pivotal home run—that defined the matchup. Key discussion points include Troy’s struggles to post shutout innings after scoring, West Virginia’s relentless offensive pressure, and the impact of strategic late-inning moves. Schultz also previews Troy’s upcoming elimination clash with the loser of North Carolina vs. Ole Miss, breaks down player performances from Piasecki, Payne, and Janicki, and stirs debate over the finer points of baseball luck and execution. Who advances, and who goes home?
People in this episode
Host: Dave Schultz
Topics covered
- College World Series
- West Virginia Mountaineers
- Troy Trojans
- baseball strategy
- player performances
- comeback
- game analysis
Keywords
- College World Series
- West Virginia
- Troy
- baseball
- comeback
- pitching
- errors
- home run
- player performances
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: West Virginia Mountaineers, Troy Trojans, North Carolina, Ole Miss
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