OMAHA, NE – A Night to Remember
Arkansas Razorbacks pitcher Gage Wood etched his name in the annals of College World Series history by throwing a spectacular no-hitter against Murray State, leading his team to a 3-0 victory in a tense elimination game. The performance marked the first no-hitter at the College World Series since 1960 and only the third in its storied history.
Wood’s electrifying outing also saw him break Arkansas’ program record for strikeouts in a single game, fanning an astonishing 19 batters.
The Performance of a Lifetime
Wood was untouchable from the first pitch, attacking the strike zone with precision and confidence. His fastball consistently clocked in the mid-90s, complemented by a devastating slider that kept Murray State’s batters off balance. Of the 27 outs recorded, 19 came via strikeouts, a feat that left the crowd at Charles Schwab Field in awe.
“Gage was lights out tonight,” said Arkansas head coach Dave Van Horn. “To do this on a stage as big as the College World Series is remarkable. It’s the kind of performance you dream of as a coach, a teammate, and a fan.”
Offensive Support in Key Moments
While Wood was dominating on the mound, Arkansas’ offense provided just enough support to secure the win. The Razorbacks scored all three of their runs in the bottom of the fifth inning. Senior outfielder Kendall Diggs delivered a clutch two-run double down the left-field line, followed by an RBI single from Peyton Holt to extend the lead to 3-0.
“Everyone contributed tonight,” Diggs said. “But we all knew the real story was Gage. Watching him work gave us the energy to make those plays.”
Historic Context
Wood’s performance joins an elite group in College World Series lore. The last pitcher to throw a no-hitter in Omaha was Bill “Spaceman” Lee in 1960. Before that, the only other no-hitter occurred in 1950.
“It’s surreal to even be mentioned alongside those names,” Wood said after the game. “I just focused on one pitch at a time and trusted my teammates.”
What’s Next for Arkansas?
With this victory, Arkansas survives to fight another day in the tournament, advancing to another elimination game. The Razorbacks will look to build on the momentum of Wood’s historic performance as they continue their quest for the national championship.
For Gage Wood and the Razorbacks, June 13, 2025, will forever be a date to remember.
