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Georgia Bulldogs players celebrate after winning the NCAA Super Regional series by defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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Georgia Bulldogs pitcher Caden Aoki (12) lifts the trophy as he celebrates with his team after winning the NCAA Super Regional series, defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs pitcher Justin Byrd (5) reacts after striking out the last Mississippi State batter during the tenth inning to win the NCAA Super Regional series at Foley Field, 11-9, on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs pitcher Justin Byrd (5) throws his glove after striking out the last Mississippi State batter during the tenth inning to secure the NCAA Super Regional victory at Foley Field, 11-9, on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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The Georgia Bulldogs pose for their team photo after winning the NCAA Super Regional series by defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 in extra innings at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs head coach Wes Johnson lifts her arm as he celebrates with his team after winning the NCAA Super Regional series by defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 in extra innings at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs catcher Daniel Jackson (3) hits a two-run home run to give the team an 11-9 lead in the tenth inning of game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs catcher Daniel Jackson (3) reacts after hitting a two-run home run to give the team an 11-9 lead in the tenth inning of game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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Georgia Bulldogs catcher Daniel Jackson (3) round third base after hitting a two-run home run to give the team an 11-9 lead in the tenth inning of game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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Georgia Bulldog fans celebrate at Kudzu Hill after a home run by Georgia Bulldogs catcher Daniel Jackson (3) in the tenth inning of game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs catcher Daniel Jackson (3) shakes hands with Georgia Bulldogs infielder Tre Phelps (1) at home plate after hitting a two-run home run to give the team an 11-9 lead in the tenth inning of game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldog fans react after pitcher Justin Byrd (5) strikes out a Mississippi State batter in the tenth inning of game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs players celebrate in the outfield after winning the NCAA Super Regional series by defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs players celebrate in the outfield with fans after winning the NCAA Super Regional series by beating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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Mississippi State Bulldogs players watch the Georgia Bulldogs celebrate after losing the NCAA Super Regional series at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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Georgia Bulldogs infielder Tre Phelps (1) reacts as he celebrates after winning the NCAA Super Regional series by defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 in extra innings at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs infielder Ryan Wynn (0) points at his Championship hat as he celebrates with his team after winning the NCAA Super Regional series, defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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Georgia Bulldogs infielder Tre Phelps (1) reacts as he holds the winning ticket to Omaha College World Series after winning the NCAA Super Regional by defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 in extra innings at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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Georgia Bulldogs head coach Wes Johnson reacts while wearing his championship hat as he celebrates with his team after winning the NCAA Super Regional series, defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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Georgia Bulldogs infielder Ryan Black (2), in the center, celebrates with teammates Tre Phelps (1) and Ryan Wynn (0) after winning the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs infielder Kolby Branch (9) hits a solo home run during the seventh inning of Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs infielder Kolby Branch (9) signals as he circles the bases after hitting a solo home run during the seventh inning of Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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Georgia players celebrate the end of the seventh inning during their Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens.
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Georgia Bulldogs pitcher Caden Aoki (12) reacts after striking a batter during the sixth inning of Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs infielder Tre Phelps (1) receives sour candy after scoring a run during the first inning of game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs infielder Kolby Branch (9) reacts as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run during the second inning of their game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs utility Kenny Ishikawa (14) goes up for an out during the third inning of their game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldog players gather in the outfiled moments before they face the Mississippi State Bulldogs for Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldogs infielder Kolby Branch (9) throws for an out during the third inning of their game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

Georgia Bulldog players gather moments before they face the Mississippi State Bulldogs for Game 2 of the NCAA Super Regional at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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Georgia Bulldogs players celebrate after winning the NCAA Super Regional series by defeating the Mississippi State Bulldogs 11-9 at Foley Field on Sunday, June 7, 2026, in Athens. Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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