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Georgia Bulldogs Update: Baseball Series Clinch Over Auburn and NCAA Tennis Semifinals
The Bulldogs delivered thrilling wins in baseball and in top-ranked women’s tennis. Fans poured into Plainsman Park and the Dan Magill Tennis Complex to celebrate.
In baseball, Georgia edged Auburn 9-7 to clinch the series, extended a season-high 11-game winning streak, and improved to 43-11 overall and 23-6 in the SEC; the game drew 5,566 fans, and coach Wes Johnson praised the team’s focus and poise after a tough road stretch, noting that this run has special meaning because of its resilience against top 25 opponents.
Meanwhile, the No.1 Georgia women’s tennis team beat No.8 NC State 4-1 in the NCAA quarterfinals, with key doubles wins from Lopata and Paukstyte and clutch singles performances by Lopata, Mert, and Dilek; as a result, Georgia advances to the NCAA Championship semifinals on Saturday evening to face either Texas A&M or North Carolina, and matches will stream on ESPN+ while tickets remain available online and at the Dan Magill box office based on availability.
Georgia Bulldogs update: baseball series clinch over Auburn and NCAA tennis semifinals (May 16, 2026)
Georgia closed out a dramatic Friday series with a 9 to 7 win over Auburn at Plainsman Park. The victory clinched the series and extended UGA’s season high 11 game winning streak. As a result, the Bulldogs improved to 43 wins and 11 losses overall and 23 wins and 6 losses in SEC play, while Auburn fell to 35 wins and 18 losses and 16 wins and 13 losses in conference action. The game drew 5,566 fans and delivered tense moments in every inning.
Several turning points defined the afternoon. Furthermore, Georgia produced timely hitting and productive baserunning to overcome Auburn’s rallies. Meanwhile, the bullpen preserved important outs late in the game. Coach Wes Johnson praised the team’s calm under pressure, saying, “I told the guys after the game that this will be something you look back on and realize how special this is as I’ve been a part of a lot of teams, and I don’t know what the record or how many times this has been done but to win nine out of 10 league series including the five on the road versus top 25 teams. It’s hard and we’ve done it. I tip my hat to our players. This was another good environment, and we stayed focused and didn’t panic.”
Additionally, players fed off the crowd and each other. Outfielder Kolby Branch captured the mood and expectations, noting, “We come into every series expecting to win and there’s something to be said about expectations and then going out and being ready to go each week. We look for the silence, that’s been our motto. To play well and silence the crowd. We’re really pumped about this year so far.” That energy should carry into the run for postseason positioning.
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Georgia Bulldogs update: baseball series clinch over Auburn and NCAA tennis semifinals (May 16, 2026)
No. 1 Georgia women’s tennis advanced to the NCAA Championship semifinals after a 4-1 quarterfinal win over No. 8 NC State. Fans packed the Dan Magill Tennis Complex and created a loud, pro-Georgia atmosphere. As a result, the Bulldogs celebrated strong doubles play and clutch singles wins.
In doubles, Lopata and Paukstyte beat Broadfoot and Osuigwe 6-2. Dong and Gureva downed Slama and Tanasie 6-4. The Dilek/Mert doubles match remained unfinished when the team clinched. In singles, Lopata beat Slama 6-4, 6-2. Mert rallied to win 2-6, 6-3, 6-2. Deniz Dilek pulled through 4-6, 7-5, 6-1 to seal a key point. Meanwhile one singles match with Dong was unfinished when the clinch occurred. NC State’s Osuigwe took the only match win, beating Sofia Rojas 6-3, 6-2. For full NCAA bracket and match details visit NCAA.
Georgia will face the winner of No. 4 Texas A&M and No. 5 North Carolina in the semifinals. That match starts at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, May 16, at the Dan Magill Tennis Complex. Matches will stream on ESPN+ and fans can find ticket info at the Georgia Bulldogs ticket office.
Performance highlights table: Georgia Bulldogs update: baseball series clinch over Auburn and NCAA tennis semifinals (May 16, 2026)
| Category | Baseball | Women’s Tennis |
|---|---|---|
| Current record | 43-11 overall, 23-6 SEC | No. 1 seed, advanced to NCAA semifinals |
| Key victory | 9-7 series-clinching win vs Auburn at Plainsman Park | 4-1 NCAA quarterfinal win vs No. 8 NC State at Dan Magill |
| Streaks | Season-high 11-game winning streak | Consistent top-ranked performances all season |
| Crowd and venue | 5,566 fans at Plainsman Park; electric atmosphere | Dan Magill packed; loud, pro-Georgia crowd |
| Standout players | Kolby Branch, timely hitting, late bullpen holds | Lopata, Paukstyte, Mert, Deniz Dilek, Dong |
| Notable quotes |
Wes Johnson: “I told the guys after the game…” Kolby Branch: “We come into every series expecting to win.” |
Drake Bernstein: “It was a fantastic evening…” Freshman: “As a freshman, having the loud crowd…” |
| Upcoming match | Regular season done; postseason push continues | NCAA semifinal vs winner of Texas A&M or North Carolina, May 16 at 7 p.m. ET; streamed on ESPN+ |
This was a high-energy day for the Georgia Bulldogs, with baseball and women’s tennis delivering big wins. In baseball, Georgia clinched the series over Auburn with a 9-7 victory that extended an 11-game winning streak. Meanwhile, the No. 1 women’s tennis team advanced to the NCAA semifinals after beating No. 8 NC State 4-1. Fans packed Plainsman Park and filled the Dan Magill Tennis Complex, creating two electric environments for celebration.
We share this update from SECFB LLC as the content source; Website: SECFB.com and Twitter/X: @ZachGatsby. Thank you for following these milestones with us, and stay tuned for live coverage and deeper recaps. As these teams push toward postseason play, expect more highlights, quotes, and clutch performances. Therefore, keep cheering and support the Dawgs as they chase championships.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened in the baseball game?
Georgia beat Auburn 9-7 at Plainsman Park to clinch the series, extend an 11-game winning streak and improve to 43-11 overall and 23-6 in SEC play. Crowd reported at 5,566.
Who were the standout players and what did coaches say?
Kolby Branch supplied timely hits while the bullpen closed out late innings. Coach Wes Johnson praised the team’s focus and resilience against top 25 opponents.
How did the No. 1 women’s tennis team advance to the semifinals?
Georgia defeated No. 8 NC State 4-1. Key doubles wins by Lopata/Paukstyte and Dong/Gureva set the stage for singles victories from Lopata, Mert and Deniz Dilek that sealed the clinch.
When is the NCAA semifinal and how can I watch?
The semifinal is Saturday, May 16 at 7 p.m. ET at the Dan Magill Tennis Complex. Matches stream on ESPN+ and tickets are available through the Georgia Bulldogs ticket office and the Dan Magill box office as available.
Where can fans get updates and buy tickets?
Follow the Georgia Bulldogs official channels and the team ticket office website. On-site box office sales often open one hour before events for last-minute availability and live updates.
