Tennessee, Miami (OH) Clash in NCAA Tournament Opener

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee — The Tennessee Volunteers will open their NCAA Tournament journey against the Miami (Ohio) RedHawks on May 30. The game will take place at Lindsey Nelson Stadium in Knoxville, with first pitch scheduled for 7 p.m. ET.

Tennessee, with a season record of 43-16, secured the No. 14 overall seed in the NCAA Tournament. The team’s performance throughout the season included a mix of strong and weak showings in SEC play.

Miami (OH), boasting a record of 35-21, is making its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2005. This matchup promises a high-stakes atmosphere as both teams aim for a victory to keep their tournament hopes alive.

The winner of this game will progress to face the winner of the Wake Forest versus Cincinnati game on May 31. Conversely, the losing team will face elimination against the loser of the Wake Forest-Cincinnati matchup.

Fans can catch the game on ESPNU, with streaming options available through platforms offering free trials to new subscribers.

All games at Lindsey Nelson Stadium follow a double elimination format, adding to the intensity of the tournament.