Get ready for an exciting weekend as the Houston Astros host the BRUCE BOLT College Classic, benefiting the Astros Foundation, at Daikin Park from February 27th to March 1st, 2026. This year marks the 26th edition of the three-day, six-team tournament, featuring some of the nation's top college baseball programs. The lineup includes four teams that made it to the 2025 Regionals: the SEC champion Texas, the national runner-up Coastal Carolina, the AAC champion UTSA, and the perennial powerhouse Ole Miss. Joining them will be Baylor and Ohio State, adding even more excitement to the event.
The tournament promises thrilling matchups, with Texas and Coastal Carolina leading the pack in rankings, currently sitting at No. 3 and No. 6, respectively, according to D1Baseball.com. The two teams will face off on Friday, February 27th, at 7 p.m., setting the stage for an intense opening night. Throughout the weekend, the six participants will showcase their skills, boasting an impressive combined record of 23-1.
Fans can secure their tickets now at Astros.com/CollegeClassic. A variety of options are available, including single-day tickets, three-day passes, premium seating, and parking. All nine games will be televised by the Space City Home Network and streamed live on the SCHN+ app, ensuring that fans across the Astros' five-state viewing area can catch all the action. Additionally, the games will be available for free streaming on Astros.com and the Astros' social media channels, including X, Facebook, and YouTube.
Here's a glimpse of the schedule:
- Friday, February 27: Ohio State vs. UTSA at 11:05 a.m., Baylor vs. Ole Miss at 3:05 p.m., and Coastal Carolina vs. Texas at 7:05 p.m.
- Saturday, February 28: Ole Miss vs. Ohio State at 11:05 a.m., UTSA vs. Coastal Carolina at 3:05 p.m., and Baylor vs. Texas at 7:05 p.m.
- Sunday, March 1: Coastal Carolina vs. Ole Miss at 10:05 a.m., Texas vs. Ohio State at 2:05 p.m., and UTSA vs. Baylor at 6:05 p.m.
Note that the times are subject to change, and the home teams are listed second. Don't miss out on this action-packed weekend of college baseball! Mark your calendars and get ready for some intense and entertaining games!
