Omaha, Nebraska – The LSU Tigers have once again claimed the title of NCAA baseball champions after a thrilling 5-3 victory over the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in Game Two of the Men’s College World Series final held on June 22, 2025. With this win, LSU completed a sweep of the best-of-three series, showcasing their dominance in the tournament.

The game kicked off with an unexpected twist as Coastal Carolina’s head coach, Kevin Schnall, was ejected in the first inning. Frustrated with a call by home plate umpire Angel Campos, Schnall was seen yelling, “You missed three pitches,” before being tossed from the game. This ejection set a dramatic tone early, with even the umpires having to step in to separate Schnall from Campos.

Despite the early chaos, the Tigers managed to rally after falling behind when Coastal Carolina scored a run in the second inning. Dean Mihos hit a solo home run, giving the Chanticleers a brief 1-0 lead. But LSU quickly answered back in the third inning, as Ethan Frey hit a double that scored Daniel Dickinson to tie the game.

The real turning point came in the fourth inning. With the bases loaded, Chris Stanfield stepped up and knocked in two runs with a single, putting the Tigers ahead 3-1. Just moments later, Derek Curiel singled again, scoring two more runs and extending the lead to 5-1.

In a late-game surge, Coastal Carolina’s Wells Sykes hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning, bringing the score to 5-3 and renewing hopes for a comeback. However, LSU’s pitcher Chase Shores, who took over from Anthony Eyanson, managed to close out the game without allowing any further runs. Eyanson had an impressive outing, pitching 6.1 innings and striking out nine batters.

With the victory, the LSU Tigers secured their eighth national title, further solidifying their status as a powerhouse in collegiate baseball. Coastal Carolina, who had hopes of capturing their first championship title since 2016, fell short on this occasion.

As the Tigers celebrated on the field, it was clear that they remain a formidable presence in NCAA baseball, having won two of the past three College World Series championships. The excitement of the game and the rollercoaster of emotions kept fans on the edge of their seats, marking an unforgettable finale to the championship series.