Jim Schlossnagle's first year in Austin could not have gone much better, winning SEC Coach of the Year and leading the Longhorns to a 42-11 overall record. The return of outfielder Max Belyeu has jolted their offense and they also boast the SEC Freshman of the Year,

The Ole Miss loss likely sealed UF’s fate as a No. 2 seed, though the NCAA Tournament Selection Committee could be swayed by a resume that includes series wins over No. 2 Texas, No. 4 Arkansas, No. 6 Florida State and and No. 21 Alabama.