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Georgia Stuns Tennessee with Last-Minute Victory, 8-7

3/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Georgia Bulldogs defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 8-7 after Cole Johnson made a spectacular catch at the wall in the ninth, negating Stone Lawless' apparent go-ahead home run and sealing the win.
Tennessee led 5-0 before Georgia scored five runs in the seventh inning, shifting the game's momentum.
The loss marks Tennessee's first SEC series defeat of the season, dropping their record to 14-6.
Georgia improved to 17-4.

History

Historical Context

The Southeastern Conference (SEC) established its baseball championship in 1990, enhancing competition among its member schools, including Georgia and Tennessee. Over the years, the SEC has expanded to 14 teams, with Georgia's recent comeback victory against Tennessee showcasing the intense rivalries and evolving dynamics in SEC baseball, a conference recognized as a powerhouse in collegiate sports.

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Story summary

The Georgia Bulldogs defeated the Tennessee Volunteers 8-7 after Cole Johnson made a spectacular catch at the wall in the ninth, negating Stone Lawless' apparent go-ahead home run and sealing the win.
Tennessee led 5-0 before Georgia scored five runs in the seventh inning, shifting the game's momentum.
The loss marks Tennessee's first SEC series defeat of the season, dropping their record to 14-6.
Georgia improved to 17-4.

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