Austin, Texas — Mission University baseball opened the 2026 season with a four-game series at Huston–Tillotson University, finishing the weekend with a 2–2 split as the Patriots showed flashes of their offensive potential while logging valuable early-season innings on the mound.
Game 1 – Huston–Tillotson 4, Mission 0
Mission dropped the season opener 4–0 as the Rams scored in the middle innings and held the Patriots scoreless.
The Patriots collected several hits but were unable to generate sustained offense. Mission pitching kept the game within reach early, but Huston–Tillotson capitalized on timely hitting to pull away.
Game 2 – Mission 4, Huston–Tillotson 2
Mission responded in Game 2 with a 4–2 victory to earn its first win of the season.
The Patriots scored four runs on steady offense, using situational hitting and aggressive baserunning to build a lead. Mission pitching limited damage throughout the game, allowing just two runs while working out of multiple scoring threats to secure the win.
Game 3 – Mission 24, Huston–Tillotson 2
The Patriots broke the series open in Game 3 with a dominant 24–2 win, erupting offensively while maintaining control on the mound.
Mission scored consistently throughout the game, finishing with 15 hits while capitalizing on Huston–Tillotson defensive miscues to extend innings. Multiple Patriots reached base and contributed offensively as Mission built a commanding lead early.
Mission's pitching staff limited the Rams to two runs, combining for a strong all-around performance to close out the lopsided victory.
Game 4 – Huston–Tillotson 3, Mission 2
The series finale was tightly contested, with Huston–Tillotson edging Mission 3–2.
The Patriots scored two runs and remained within striking distance throughout, threatening late but coming up just short of completing the comeback. Mission pitching kept the game close into the final innings before the Rams held on to secure the win and the series split.
Series Notes
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Mission opened the 2026 season with a 2–2 record.
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The Patriots outscored Huston–Tillotson 28–6 in their two wins.
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Game 3 marked Mission's highest scoring output of the series in a 24–2 victory.
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The weekend provided early-season reps across the lineup and pitching staff as the Patriots continue to build momentum.