In a tightly contested game at Foley Field, the Georgia Bulldogs baseball team managed to secure an 8-7 victory over Army in the NCAA Athens Regional. The game, which saw a sellout crowd, was marked by intense moments, including a tie late in the game. Georgia initially carried a 7-5 lead into the 8th inning. Fernando Gonzalez played a crucial role, delivering a sacrifice fly that helped the Bulldogs fend off Army's challenge. As the #7 seed, Georgia faced a tough battle but ultimately emerged victorious to advance in the tournament.
Georgia survives and tops Army 8-7 in the Athens regional
Georgia baseball fends off Army in 2024 NCAA tournament behind Fernando Gonzalez sac fly https://t.co/L7mow5OXwT
Whew! #7 seed Georgia gets all it can handle from scrappy Army squad but holds on for 8-7 win in NCAA Athens Regional at Foley Field.
Things are getting spicy in Athens It's a tie game between the Bulldogs and @ArmyWP_Baseball
Sellout crowd at Foley Field looking on as Georgia carries a 7-5 lead over Army into the 8th inning of the NCAA Athens Regional. https://t.co/z3GhznwXrQ
NCAA tournament baseball today at Foley Field https://t.co/vsU7qax0k5