The Aggies launch early-season offensive fireworks, showcasing powerful bats and stellar pitching to dominate Tennessee Tech in a resounding 15-6 victory.
No. 25 Texas A&M baseball didn’t ease into the 2026 season - it kicked the door down.
In front of an energized crowd at Olsen Field, the Aggies powered past Tennessee Tech 15-6 on Opening Night, showcasing an offense that looks far more polished than the group that stumbled out of the gate a year ago.
From the first inning on, A&M’s lineup applied pressure and rarely let up.
The story began on the mound with Shane Sdao. Making his first Friday-night start since 2024, the left-hander looked composed and efficient. Sdao retired the first six hitters he faced and worked 5.1 innings, striking out five without issuing a walk.
He scattered seven hits on just 83 pitches, giving Texas A&M exactly the steady outing it needed to set the tone for the season. Ethan Darden and Cole Hubert handled the late innings, limiting damage and keeping the Aggies comfortably in control.
At the plate, several new and familiar faces made statements. Transfer infielder Chris Hacopian wasted no time introducing himself to the Olsen Field faithful with multiple RBI knocks, while Boston Kellner delivered an early run-scoring double that jump-started the offense.
Caden Sorrell provided the fireworks, launching a solo home run before breaking the game open with a three-run blast later in the contest.
Freshman Nico Partida crushed his first collegiate home run - a three-run shot that brought the crowd to its feet and pushed the Aggies even further ahead.
With a balanced pitching performance and extra-base power throughout the lineup, Texas A&M baseball looks primed for a strong start in 2026. If Opening Night is any indication, this Aggies squad plans to be a factor in the SEC race all spring long.