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No. 18 Miami rowing takes silver in Benderson Cup standings at Sarasota 2k Invitational

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No. 18 Miami rowing takes silver in Benderson Cup standings at Sarasota 2k Invitational

Miami rowing capped out the weekend in Sarasota with four top-two finishes in the Grand Finals and a gold medal in the Petite Finals to earn second place in the Benderson Cup standings. 

The only team in the 19-team field to finish ahead of the Canes was No. 14 UCF, as Miami turned Saturday at Nathan Benderson Park into a statement of depth, consistency, speed and teamwork across its varsity boats.

“It’s wonderful to have four crews win medals and even better was watching how supportive they were of each other throughout the regatta,” said Head Coach James Mulcahy. 

The Hurricanes were powered by their eights.

The second varsity eight (2V8+) crew led the charge with a runner-up finish in the Grand Final, clocking a 7:03.04 to beat both No. 20 North Carolina and No. 15 Dartmouth in its lone race of the day. Not long after, Miami’s first varsity eight (1V8+) matched the result, taking second with a time of 6:40.53 and again finishing ahead of North Carolina and Dartmouth in a tightly contested final.

Miami’s momentum carried throughout the lineup.

The second varsity four (2V4+) opened racing with a strong 7:36.78 to secure silver in its Grand Final, while the 3V8+ “A” followed with a second-place finish of its own, crossing in 7:11.22 to add another medal to the Hurricanes’ growing total.

And when it came to closing, Miami finished on an incredibly high note.

The 3V8+ “B” crew dominated the Petite Final, posting a 7:21.58 to take gold over Jacksonville, Michigan State and Kansas State — capping the day with a win and reinforcing the team’s depth from top to bottom.

“We had a fun and successful day of racing and it’s a strength of this team that our crews are able to make adjustments, improve race over race and can handle all kinds of conditions and situations they are faced with on the course,” Mulcahy said. 

Photo credit: @CanesRowing via X // Members of the Miami Rowing team prepare for Day 1 of the Sarasota 2k Invitational in Sarasota, Fla. on March 26, 2026.

Miami’s performance wasn’t just about podium finishes — it was about presence. It was about setting the standard for the performance that can be expected of the Hurricanes going forward this season. 

Across multiple events, the Hurricanes consistently positioned themselves near the front of the field, building momentum with each race and proving they can contend with some of the nation’s top programs.

“Congratulations to UCF for their victory today, and a big ‘thank you’ to Nathan Benderson Park and to all the officials and volunteers who donated their time to put together another excellent iteration of the Sarasota 2K,” Mulcahy added. 

With a second-place finish in the Benderson Cup and medals across the board, Miami leaves Sarasota with more than just results — it leaves with momentum.

“We’re excited to get back to work on Monday and keep pushing Miami rowing forward,” Mulcahy finished.

The Hurricanes will return to action April 17–18 at the UCF Invitational.

Canes women’s tennis earns comeback victory on the road

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Canes women’s tennis earns comeback victory on the road

Miami Hurricanes Women’s Tennis (11-3, 7-1 ACC) were rewarded with a well-deserved victory after an impressive comeback against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (9-9, 3-4 ACC) Friday afternoon in Atlanta, Ga. 

Georgia Tech came flying out of the gates, winning the first two doubles matches to secure the doubles point in sweeping fashion. 

Taly Licht and Sabritt Dozier took down the Canes duo of Aely Arai and Dominika Podhajecka 6-0 on court two, while Given Roach and Eleni Karantali earned a 6-4 victory over Maria Vargas and Daria Volosova on court three. 

Despite the early deficit, Miami would bounce back immediately in singles play. 

Volosova earned a timely 6-2, 6-3 victory over Dozier to put Miami on the board, knotting the match up at 1-1. Just a few moments later, Podhajecka took down Olivia Carneiro on court five, 6-4, 6-3, sending Miami into the lead.

The most pivotal win on the day for the Hurricanes came from No. 101 Sofia Rochetti. In her top-court debut, Rochetti secured a 6-3, 6-3 ranked victory over No. 66 Alejandra Cruz to extend Miami’s lead to 3-1. 

Given Roach would keep Georgia Tech alive, pulling the Jackets back within one on court three, with a well fought out 7-6 (2), 6-4 win over Arai. 

Up 3-2 with just two matches left to play, Miami looked to Jaquelyn Ogunwale to secure the win. 

And in a three-set thriller, Ogunwale would take down Seri Nayuki 5-7, 6-4, 6-3 to earn the match win for the Hurricanes. 

The win propelled Miami to 7-1 in conference play, as the season works its way to a conclusion. With just five ACC matches remaining, the Hurricanes currently sit at third place in the conference, trailing only behind Virginia and North Carolina, a team that Miami will see at home on April 10th.

A two match road trip will come to an end for the Hurricanes as they head up to the Palmetto state to take on Clemson this Sunday.

Miami tame Clemson Tigers in 8-6 ACC series win

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Miami tame Clemson Tigers in 8-6 ACC series win

The Miami Hurricanes took the series against the Clemson Tigers in an 8-6 victory at Doug Kingsmore Stadium Saturday afternoon. The Canes were led by pitcher Lazaro Collera who pitched six shutout innings, only allowing five hits and two walks.

Second baseman Jake Ogden got things started for Miami offensively with a leadoff double followed by a line drive from third baseman Daniel Cuvet that brought Ogden across home plate. Right fielder Derek Williams lined a double that got Cuvet to third before first baseman Brylan West hit an RBI groundout to get the Canes to 2-0. 

The lead kept piling on throughout the game.

Catcher Alex Sosa went deep to right field, recording his ninth home run of the season. Sosa opened the sixth with a double, before advancing home on a line-drive single by West to push Miami’s lead to 4-0. 

Miami then popped off with a four-run frame in the seventh. 

Left fielder Dylan Dubovik drew a leadoff walk and crossed home after an Ogden double, which was then followed by Cuvet getting walked before a grand slam by Williams, pushing the Canes to 8-0. 

Clemson did try to make up some ground in the bottom of the ninth, with a solo home run followed by a few singles and base hits before a three run shot cut the Canes’ lead to two. 

Right handed pitcher Ryan Bilka closed the frame for Miami and put out any spark of hope the Tigers had. 

Miami plays back home on Tuesday against Florida Golf Coast University in a midweek matchup. First pitch is at 6 p.m.

David Lebowitz, Photo Editor/ The Hurricanes meet at the mound against Florida on Febrauary 27, 2026.

Hurricanes dominate home meet with record-breaking performances 

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Hurricanes dominate home meet with record-breaking performances 

With multiple first-place finishes and record-breaking performances, the University of Miami track and field team delivered a dominant showing at their second home meet of the season.  

The Hurricane Collegiate Invitational featured top programs from across the country, including LSU, Michigan and Georgia. Competition began Friday morning at Cobb Stadium and continued through Saturday afternoon, as several Hurricanes set personal bests and secured podium finishes.  

Desmond Coleman set the tone early, winning the discus with a personal-best throw of 59.42m and securing the third-farthest mark in program history. 

Senior Enrique Borrego kept the momentum going, taking first in the 1500m with a time of 4:00.71, finishing nearly eight seconds ahead of the field. Teammate Matthew Thomas also impressed, placing third.   

Freshman Adrianna Kruzmane continued her standout debut season, winning the triple jump with a wind-aided mark of 13.48m. Her wind-legal jump of 13.42m ranks third in Miami history. Fellow freshman Dominique Johnson added to the event’s success, finishing second with a jump of 13.00m.  

Freshman Michael Castillo leads his group of runners during the men’s 3000 meter run, the last event of the of the first day of the Hurricane Invitational on March 15, 2024.

Another freshman made history in the field, as Tyson Schiele’s javelin throw of 73.29m marked the second-best performance in school history.  

Miami’s success carried over to the track, where Samantha Kavanagh claimed the 800m title in in 2:09.96 and Maddie Scheier won the 3000m steeplechase in 10:39.37.  

In the women’s field events, Alva Black recorded a throw of 49.87m in the javelin, the second-best mark in program history. Utitofon Sam added a personal-best throw of 58.07m to place third in the hammer, while Calea Jackson secured third in the discus with a mark of 50.25m.   

High jump record holder Kennedy Sauder placed second after clearing 2.12m.  

On the distance side, senior Evan Pena earned a runner-up finish in the 3000m, posting the fourth-fastest time in school history (8:35.93).  

In the sprints, Ashton Torns took third in the 100m with a time of 10.49, while Lexi Arambulo placed third in the 1500m in 4:27.35.  

Miami also found success in the hurdles, as Brittney Jennings placed third in the 100m hurdles (13.66) and Morgan Roundtree took third in the 400m hurdles (59.44).  

The women’s relay teams added two more podium finishes. The 4x100m relay team of Nandy Kihuyu, Janay Moorer, Aniyah Brown, and Iyonna Codd finished second in 44.61, while the 4x400m relay team of Kihuyu, Gabriella Grissom, Serena Tate, and Mooner also placed second with a time of 3:35.51.  

Miami returns to action Friday and Saturday at the Florida Relays in Gainesville.    

Mohamed Farouk rounds out college career on Miami’s final day at the NCAA Swim & Dive Championships

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Mohamed Farouk rounds out college career on Miami’s final day at the NCAA Swim & Dive Championships

For Miami diver Mohamed Farouk, Saturday wasn’t just another day of jumping off of the platform.

It was the last one. 

The veteran diver closed out his collegiate career at the NCAA Men’s Swimming & Diving Championships at the McAuley Aquatic Center, marking the final chapter of a career that helped anchor Miami’s presence on the national stage.

Farouk posted a score of 326.85 on the platform, finishing 25th in a deep national field on the Georgia Tech campus. But the numbers only tell part of the story.

Each dive carried something heavier in it — finality.

His strongest moment came on his third dive, an inward 3 ½ somersault tuck that scored 73.60, a reminder of the precision and power that defined his time in Coral Gables. Across the round, Farouk scored over 50 points on four of his six dives, maintaining the consistency that made him a key contributor throughout the season.

Saturday marked his second and final event of the week — and his last time diving at the collegiate level. A day earlier, the Egyptian earned All-American honors on the men’s 3-meter springboard, adding one final accolade to a résumé built on steady impact and postseason presence.

Fittingly, he didn’t go out alone.

Farouk’s final meet capped off an impressive week for Miami, as he joined Matteo Santoro and Jake Passmore in combining for five All-America honors in total. It’s a showing that underscored both the program’s rising momentum and the foundation left behind by its veteran leader.

The dives are over, and the scores are final.

But for Farouk, his legacy — built one board, one moment and one meet at a time — remains.

Redshirt senior diver Mohamed Farouk will participate in the ACC Swim and Dive championships from Feb. 15-21 in Atlanta, Ga.

Miami men’s tennis stays hot, defeats Virginia Tech 4-0

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Miami men’s tennis stays hot, defeats Virginia Tech 4-0

The University of Miami men’s tennis team defeated the Virginia Tech Hokies 4-0 at the Neil Schiff Tennis Center in Coral Gables on Friday evening.

The doubles point came down to the wire. The Hurricanes struck first, as Antonio Prat and Rafael Segado took down Ilyas Fahim and Patrik Jurina 6-4 on court two. 

The Hokies responded, as Frank Thompson and Drew Fishback overtook UM’s Nacho Serra Sanchez and Jules Garot on court three.

With everything coming down to the top court, Mehdi Sadaoui and Jakub Kroslak were able to prevail. Thanks to a late break, they defeated VT’s Blake Hilsen and Eyal Shumilov 6-4 and clinched the doubles point for Miami.

No. 2 Serra Sanchez was the first to win singles, as he was up 6-2, 3-1 before Jurina medically retired. No. 1 Prat dominated, taking down Fahim 6-2, 6-2 to make it a 3-0 Hurricanes lead.

Despite being down for most of the set, Segado was able to battle back and clinch the sweep Miami, outlasting Fishback 6-3, 7-5.

The Hurricanes will look to continue the momentum against a very strong Virginia team coming to town on Sunday, March 29. The Cavaliers are ranked No. 4 nationally.

Canes surge five boats into second day of Sarasota 2k Invitational

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Canes surge five boats into second day of Sarasota 2k Invitational

The No. 18 Miami rowing team came out fast — and never let up.

On the opening day of the Sarasota 2K Invitational at Nathan Benderson Park, the Hurricanes sent five of six boats into Saturday’s A Finals, setting the tone for a statement weekend on the water.

The second varsity four (2V4+) crew of Maria Mastrando, Nicole Wyszynski, Krista Jackson, Isabella Raemisch and Holly Prichard opened racing with authority, clocking a 7:38.23 to top Kansas, SMU and West Virginia and give the Hurricanes an early jolt of momentum.

By the end of the day, Miami’s top boat made sure it stayed that way.

The first varsity eight (1V8+) crew closed out racing in dominant fashion, posting a 6:28.98 to win its heat over North Carolina, Louisville, Kansas, Kansas State and Old Dominion. The lineup of Scarlett Pringle, Naroa Zubimendi Varela, Jovana Stanivuk, Samantha Premerl, Mallory Sullivan, Esther Fuerte Chacón, Candela Martinez Pernas, Maria Sole Perugino and Beatrice Ravini Perelli continued what has already been an impressive start to the season, building off a strong showing earlier this month.

Between those two victories, Miami consistently stacked dominant scores across the board.

The 3V8+ “A” crew (6:59.18), 1V4+ (7:33.75) and 2V8+ (6:42.22) each placed second in their respective heats, comfortably securing spots in the A Finals, keeping the Hurricanes firmly in contention across multiple events.

The only setback came in the 3V8+ “B” race, where Miami placed fourth, just outside advancement. It was a minor blemish on an otherwise commanding day.

“We had a successful day of racing, advancing to the A finals in five events,” head coach James Mulcahy said. “It was also an informative day of racing for our crews, learning what each crew could do better. We are excited to strive for improvements tomorrow.”

Miami didn’t just advance. By all accounts, it won.

After this first day in Sarasota, it’s clear that Miami isn’t just competing, it’s positioning itself. With depth across boats and speed at the top, the Hurricanes have strategically placed themselves in striking distance heading into Saturday’s finals.

Miami returns to the water Saturday morning, with the 2V4+ set to open racing at 8:20 a.m.

Photo credit: @CanesRowing via X // Members of the Miami Rowing team prepare for Day 1 of the Sarasota 2k Invitational in Sarasota, Fla. on March 26, 2026.

Hurricanes stay hot as Santoro stacks second All-America honor at NCAA championships

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Hurricanes stay hot as Santoro stacks second All-America honor at NCAA championships

Say what you will about diving being an aquatic sport, but the Hurricanes are on fire.

One night after finishing as the national runner-up on the 1-meter springboard, freshman standout Matteo Santoro returned to the board and delivered again — this time on the 3-meter at the NCAA Men’s Swimming & Diving Championships. Santoro secured his second All-America honor in two days, finishing fourth in the nation with a score of 465.95 at the McAuley Aquatic Center in Atlanta.

The momentum didn’t stop there, as Jake Passmore and Mohamed Farouk added to Miami’s surge, each earning Honorable Mention All-America honors in the men’s 3-meter springboard with top-15 and top-10 finishes on the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets campus.

Santoro set the tone early after placing third in the qualifying round, then exploded in finals with a massive forward 4 ½ somersault tuck on his second dive that scored a jaw-dropping 102.60 — the kind of performance that turns heads and keeps a streak alive. His consistency carried him through prelims, where he posted 417.35 points to secure his finals spot and scored at least 70 points on four of his six dives, including a sharp forward 2 ½ somersault with two twists from pike that earned 79.90.

Farouk came within striking distance of the finals, placing 10th in prelims with 380.75 points — less than four points shy of advancing — and surged late with a powerful forward 4 ½ somersault tuck that scored 93.10. 

Passmore followed with another strong showing, finishing 15th in qualifying with 370.55 points, highlighted by a forward 2 ½ somersault with two twists from pike that scored 71.40, securing his second Honorable Mention All-America honor in as many days.

Through two days of competition, Miami’s divers aren’t just competing — they’re climbing. With Santoro leading the charge and depth emerging behind him, the Hurricanes are turning the NCAA stage into more than a proving ground. 

They’re making a statement.

The NCAA Swimming & Diving Championships continue Saturday in Atlanta.

Photo credit: Miami Athletics // Freshman diver Matthew Santoro celebrates his second All-American honor with his teammates after the second day of the NCAA Championships in Atlanta, Ga. on March 27, 2026.

Spring Practice Intel with 247Sports Insider Gaby Urrutia + Pro Day Breakdown and MBB Season Recap

Liam Hickey and Sebastian Font
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Miami men’s basketball’s historic first season under new head coach Jai Lucas came to an end with a Round of 32 loss against Purdue on Sunday. 24 hours later, Miami football returned to action with its annual NFL Pro Day, drawing a record number of NFL scouts and personnel to watch the Canes’ top draft prospects. Sebastian Font joins to break down the biggest risers from Monday. Spring practice officially began on Tuesday, signaling the start of the Hurricanes’ 2026 season. Miami’s 247Sports Insider Gaby Urrutia joins the show to preview key position groups to watch and the biggest winners from the first practice.

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Freshman Matteo Santoro takes silver in first appearance at NCAA Swim & Dive Championships 

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Freshman Matteo Santoro takes silver in first appearance at NCAA Swim & Dive Championships 

Freshman Miami diver Matteo Santoro didn’t just arrive at his first NCAA Championships — he announced himself.

Under the lights of Atlanta’s McAuley Aquatic Center, Santoro delivered a poised and powerful performance Thursday night, earning All-American honors and finishing as the national runner-up on the 1-meter springboard. His final score of 412.50 secured second place in the country, trailing only SMU’s Luke Sitz (428.10) in a tightly contested final.

Though it was his first time competing at the NCAA championships, for Santoro, the moment wasn’t too big. 

It was exactly where he belonged.

A world champion diver, alongside Miami and Team Italy teammate Chiara Pellacani, Santoro is no stranger to the pressure of formidable competition in the deep end of a pool.

But in Atlanta, the Italy-native saved his best for last. On his sixth and final dive, an inward 2 ½ somersault tuck, Santoro surged with a score of 74.40 — his highest of the night — cementing his place atop the leaderboard and punctuating a breakout performance on the national stage.

But his path to the podium wasn’t without pressure.

Santoro entered the finals as the eighth and final qualifier, posting a 344.70 in prelims — just enough to advance. From there, he flipped the narrative. Every twist and tuck was him solidifying control over the competition, and what began as a fight just to make finals turned into a statement performance against the country’s best.

Earlier this season, Santoro had already found success in the same pool, capturing silver on the 1-meter and bronze on the 3-meter at the ACC Championships. Returning to Atlanta, he proved that performance was no fluke — only a preview.

And he wasn’t the only Hurricane to make noise.

Redshirt freshman Jake Passmore, also competing in his first NCAA Championships, earned Honorable Mention All-American honors after placing 12th in prelims with a score of 344.70. His top dive of the day — a reverse 2 ½ somersault tuck — scored 67.50, highlighting a strong debut on the national stage.

With post-season momentum building, Miami’s divers aren’t just competing — they’re contending.

The NCAA Swimming & Diving Championships continue Friday in Atlanta, where Santoro will look to build on a performance that has already turned heads, ultimately setting the tone for what will likely be a remarkable collegiate career.

Photo Credit: Miami Athletics // Freshman diver Matthew Santoro performs a dive during the NCAA Swim & Dive Championships in Atlanta, Ga. on March 26, 2026.

New $1.5M initiative strengthens support for human trafficking survivors in Miami-Dade

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New $1.5M initiative strengthens support for human trafficking survivors in Miami-Dade

A new $1.5 million investment brought by the State Attorney General’s office is bringing renewed hope to the fight against human trafficking in Miami-Dade County, expanding resources for survivors and strengthening efforts to prevent exploitation.

Announced in late February, the funding will support law enforcement operations, enhance prosecution efforts and expand critical services for survivors — including shelter, counseling and long-term recovery programs at organizations like Camillus House.

The organization, long known for serving Miami’s most vulnerable populations such as the homeless or those struggling with addiction and mental health disorders, has become a critical refuge for individuals escaping exploitation. 

Residents receive not only food and shelter, but also counseling, mental health support and guidance toward independence such as job application programs and or DMV services.

As Miami prepares to host global events like the World Baseball Classic, Ultra Music Festival, the Miami Open and the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hundreds of thousands of visitors are expected to arrive. Camillus House and other similar organizations are preparing to meet growing needs with expanded support. 

“We work very closely with the State Attorney’s Office,” said Erika Pineros, director of anti-trafficking services. “Our CEO promised 50 beds for recovery, which is unseen.”

While these events bring economic growth and international attention, experts say they can also increase vulnerability for those at risk.

“Anywhere where there’s tourism, you will see an uptick,” Pineros said. “Every time that Miami had a big event, I would get a lot of clients during that time.”

A message at the World Baseball to attendees to “report suspicious activity.” // Photo credit: Jadyn Cohee.

Human trafficking — the use of force, fraud or coercion to exploit individuals for labor or sex — remains a persistent issue in Miami-Dade County, often hidden in plain sight.

“It could happen to your brother, your sister, your child, your grandchild,” Pineros said. “It’s something that’s happening in our own backyard.”

Recent data from the Miami-Dade trafficking unit shows more than 200 reported cases in recent years, though advocates believe many more go unreported.

At Camillus House, those realities are personal.

“Whenever you’re put in a vulnerable situation, human trafficking and a lot of these predators can take advantage of people,” said Jonathan Beis, a resident of Camillus House.

Advocates say the expanded funding will help meet a growing demand for these services  and allow more people to access the help they need.

Captured at the Camillus House campus in downtown Miami, featuring the rehabilitation and recovery unit. // Photo credit: Jadyn Cohee.

“There’s good resources here,” Beis said. “We need more funding to get people into better situations and to help people have hope in their lives.”

For leaders at Camillus House, hope is already taking shape.

“The blessing is in the giving and not the receiving,” said Sam Gil, Senior Vice President of Operations. “Then that person who receives it, you see them later on giving it to someone else.”

As Miami prepares to welcome the world, this investment ensures that protection and support for vulnerable communities remain part of the city’s future.

Because behind every dollar is the chance for someone not just to survive — but to start again.

Miami breaks through late, stuns Clemson in extra innings

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Miami breaks through late, stuns Clemson in extra innings

Lifted by a five-run tenth inning, the Miami Hurricanes took down the Clemson Tigers 8-3 to open a three game series on Thursday night on the road at Doug Kingsmore Stadium.

With two outs and the bases loaded in the tenth, up stepped Hurricane hero Daniel Cuvet. 

One of Miami’s most productive hitters in program history, there was zero doubt from the dugout that the Fort Lauderdale native would come through for a UM side desperate for an ACC series opening win.

Cuvet would prove that confidence right, smoking a ball to third base that Tryston McCladdie couldn’t handle, sending the ball down the left field line and  bringing home all three runners. 

The Canes plated two more insurance runs to extend the lead to five, heading to the bottom half of the inning just three outs away from a crucial road win.

Closer Ryan Bilka trotted back onto the mound to begin his third inning of work on the night. Full of adrenaline as he stared the Clemson hitters down, the Richmond transfer sat down the side with three strikeouts, earning both the win for himself and UM.

Bilka threw three scoreless innings from the bullpen, allowing only three hits in his longest outing of the year reaching more than 50 pitches. 

The Hurricanes got on the board early, as Alex Sosa worked a walk and Derek Williams singled to put two men on base. With two outs, Brylan West came up to the plate and delivered, shooting an RBI single up the middle to score a run.

West led the way on offense, with three hits and two RBIs, continuing his strong run of form this season.

David Lebowitz, Photo Editor/ Graduate first baseman Brylan West hits the ball against Lehigh on Friday, February 13, 2026.

The Canes built on their lead during the third inning, starting off with Sosa as he ripped a double down the left field line. West once again came up big, bringing Sosa home with a double of his own. He was brought in by Vance Sheahan, who forced an RBI single through the right side, extending the lead to 3-0.

This lead proved crucial for Miami, who started freshman left-hander Sebastian Santos-Olson on the mound. Usually the midweek starter, Santos-Olson was forced to make his first ACC start as typical opener AJ Ciscar was ruled out with a bicep strain.

The bats finally came alive for the Tigers in the bottom of the fifth after a Tyler Lichtenberger single and a Bryce Clavon double gave Clemson runners on first and third with one out.

Lyndon Glidewell took the mound for the Hurricanes to relieve Santos-Olson in a tough spot, looking to get them out of a jam. The Austin Peay transfer escaped the jam only allowing one run.

The Tigers inched closer once more in the sixth as a plethora of errors ruined Frank Menendez’s debut appearance for Miami.

After Luke Gaffney reached on an error by West, back-to-back bloop singles brought him home, cutting the deficit to just one run. With all the momentum, Lichtenberger launched an RBI single into right field, tying the game up at three.

It appeared Clemson would send its fans home victorious in the ninth with two runners in scoring position. But with the game on the line, Bilka came up huge with a strikeout, getting Miami out of a tough jam and sending the game to extra innings where the Canes handled business.

Miami (20-6, 3-4 ACC), will aim to ride the momentum to its first ACC series win of the season.

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