FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The UT Arlington Mavericks hit the road this weekend for a three-game non-conference series against No. 6 ranked Arkansas at Baum-Walker Stadium. First pitch on Friday is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. as UTA looks to build momentum against another nationally ranked opponent.
The matchup marks UTA's second game this season against a top-10 opponent after the Mavericks knocked off then-No. 7 TCU, 11–8, earlier this month at Globe Life Field. UTA will aim to replicate that early offensive energy while tightening up defensively in a challenging road environment.
GAME NOTES
- UT Arlington enters the weekend with a quiet confidence after securing the program's highest-ranked win since 2018 just ten days prior to their first game against the Razorbacks.
- Through seven games, redshirt junior catcher Zach Mazoch continues to anchor the lineup, hitting above .400 with multiple multi-hit performances and team-leading extra-base production.
- Senior infielder Xavier Melendez has provided consistency in the middle of the order, reaching base at a steady clip while driving in key runs in recent contests.
- UTA is averaging over four runs per game and has shown the ability to produce in big innings, highlighted by a nine-run first inning against TCU earlier this season.
- On the mound, the Mavericks have received steady outings from their weekend rotation, with the bullpen continuing to develop defined late-inning roles. Limiting free passes and defensive miscues will be critical against an Arkansas lineup that capitalizes on extra opportunities.
- Arkansas enters the series ranked No. 6 nationally and unbeaten at home, presenting one of the toughest road tests on UTA's 2026 schedule.
LIVE COVERAGE
UTA vs. Arkansas
Baum-Walker Stadium (Fayetteville, Ark.)
Watch: SEC Network+
Live Stats: Available via ArkansasRazorbacks.com
ON DECK
The Mavericks return to Arlington on Monday for continued non-conference play against the Air Force Falcons.
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