CORVALLIS, Oregon – The No. 6 Oregon State baseball team’s remarkable two-week journey came to an end with a heartbreaking loss in the final moments of the 2024 Pac-12 regular season. The Beavers fell to No. 14 Arizona on Saturday night in Tucson, Arizona, after Nelson Summerhill belted a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning, sealing a 4-3 victory for the Wildcats and clinching the conference’s regular season title.
The game was filled with tension and high stakes, as Arizona, trailing 3-2 in the ninth, mounted a comeback with runners at first and second. Summerhill’s clutch hit off an OSU reliever dashed Oregon State’s hopes of a comeback victory. Despite the Beavers’ valiant effort, their seven-game winning streak, including dominant wins in the first two games of the series against Arizona, was not enough to secure the conference title.
Arizona emerged victorious, finishing the season with a half-game lead over Oregon State, earning the top seed in the upcoming Pac-12 tournament. The Beavers will enter the tournament as the No. 2 seed, setting the stage for a competitive postseason showdown.
The upcoming conference tournament at Scottsdale Stadium in Arizona promises to be a thrilling event, with Oregon State and Arizona slated to face off in the coming days. The intense battle for the Pac-12 championship showcased stellar pitching performances and dramatic moments that kept fans on the edge of their seats throughout the game.
Both teams displayed resilience and determination, with key plays and strategic moves shaping the outcome of the game. From crucial hits to strategic pitching changes, every moment added to the heightened drama of the matchup between Oregon State and Arizona.
Despite the tough loss, Oregon State’s performance throughout the season has been commendable, with standout players delivering exceptional plays and contributing to the team’s success. As the Beavers prepare for the upcoming challenges in the Pac-12 tournament, they remain focused on redemption and the pursuit of victory against formidable opponents.
The defeat at the hands of Arizona serves as motivation for Oregon State to regroup, strategize, and come back stronger in the postseason. The Beavers’ resilience and competitive spirit will be put to the test as they face off against other top teams in the Pac-12, striving for a chance to claim the conference title and secure a spot in the national spotlight.