The 2026 Texas high school baseball season's regular games have wrapped up, and now the focus shifts to the bi-district playoffs. Over the next week, from April 28 to May 4, the state's leading teams, including several from the Big Country area, will battle it out to advance to the next stage. This report details the full schedule of the first-round matches for local teams, offering an overview of the upcoming intense competition.
Big Country Teams Advance to UIL Bi-District Baseball Play-offs
The 2026 UIL Baseball Playoffs are set to ignite the diamonds across Texas, with Big Country teams prominently featured in the bi-district round from Tuesday, April 28, to Monday, May 4. Fans can expect a week of intense competition as teams vie for a coveted spot in the area round. Here's a detailed look at the matchups for our local heroes:
Class 5A Division I
The Abilene Cooper Cougars (11-19-1) will face the formidable Amarillo High Sandies (28-4) in a best-of-three series. Game 1 is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, at 6 p.m. at Lubbock Cooper High School. Game 2 follows on Friday, May 1, at 2 p.m. at the same venue. A decisive Game 3, if needed, will commence 30 minutes after Game 2.
Meanwhile, the Abilene High Eagles (22-9-1) are poised to take on Lubbock Monterey (18-14-1) in their own best-of-three series. The action kicks off with Game 1 on Thursday, April 30, at 6 p.m. at Andrews High School. Game 2 will be played on Friday, May 1, at 11 a.m., with Game 3, if necessary, immediately following.
Class 5A Division II
The Abilene Wylie Bulldogs (20-5-1) are matched against the Lubbock Coronado Mustangs (20-12). Their series begins Friday, May 1, at 6 p.m. at Holliday High School. Game 2 is set for Saturday, May 2, at 1 p.m., and a potential Game 3 will follow at 3:30 p.m.
Class 4A Division I
The Stephenville Yellow Jackets (24-9) will clash with the Lubbock Estacado Matadors (14-13). All three games will be held at ACU's Crutcher Scott Field in Abilene. Game 1 is on Wednesday, April 29, at 7 p.m. Game 2 takes place on Friday, May 1, at 3 p.m., with Game 3, if necessary, on Saturday, May 2, at 5 p.m.
Class 3A Division I
The Clyde Bulldogs (15-10-1) will meet the Llano Yellowjackets (19-6). Game 1 is scheduled for Thursday, April 30, at 6 p.m. at Llano High School. The series then moves to Clyde High School for Game 2 on Friday, May 1, at 4:30 p.m., and Game 3, if required, at 6:30 p.m.
The Tuscola Jim Ned Indians (24-2) will face the Ingram Moore Warriors (15-4) in a series hosted at Brownwood High School. Game 1 starts Thursday, April 30, at 2 p.m., followed by Game 2 at 5 p.m. Game 3, if essential, is scheduled for Monday, May 4, at 4 p.m.
Class 3A Division II
The Merkel Badgers (13-9) await their opponent, the Comfort Bobcats (22-4), with details to be announced.
The Coahoma Bulldogs (14-11) are set to play the Alpine Bucks (8-8) at Kermit High School. Game 1 is on Thursday, April 30, at 6 p.m. Game 2 will be held Saturday, May 2, at 11 a.m., and a potential Game 3 will start 30 minutes later.
Class 2A Division I
The Forsan Buffaloes (19-8) will compete against the Colorado City Wolves (6-12), with game details pending.
The Anson Tigers (9-8) and Cisco Loboes (11-9) will play their series at Graham High School. Game 1 is on Wednesday, April 29, at 4:30 p.m., with Game 2 immediately following. Game 3, if necessary, will be at Graford High School on Friday, May 1, at 7 p.m.
The Hawley Bearcats (16-7-1) will take on the Bangs Dragons (9-12-1). Game 1 is on Wednesday, April 29, at 1 p.m. at Eula High School. Game 2 will be held Thursday, April 30, at 1 p.m. at Clyde High School. A possible Game 3 is scheduled for Saturday, May 2, at 7:30 p.m. at Floydada High School.
Class 2A Division II
The Stamford Bulldogs (15-6) are matched against the Coleman Bluecats (16-5) in a series at Eula High School. Game 1 is on Wednesday, April 29, at 7 p.m. Game 2 is Thursday, April 30, at 4:30 p.m., with Game 3, if necessary, following at 7 p.m.
The Miles Bulldogs (11-9-1) will face the McCamey Badgers (10-10) at Reagan County High School for Game 1 on Thursday, April 30, at 4:15 p.m., with Game 2 immediately after. A potential Game 3 is set for Saturday, May 2, at 8:30 p.m. at Ira Sports Complex.
The Albany Lions (12-4) will play the De Leon Bearcats (14-9-1) at Mineral Wells High School. Game 1 is on Wednesday, April 29, at 7 p.m. Game 2 is Thursday, April 30, at 4 p.m., and Game 3, if needed, on Saturday, May 2, at 7 p.m.
The Goldthwaite Eagles (10-11) will battle the Granger Lions (13-7-1) at Copperas Cove High School. Game 1 is on Wednesday, April 29, at 5 p.m., followed by Game 2. Game 3 details are to be determined for Friday, May 1.
Class 1A
The Ira Bulldogs (12-3) will play the Roby Lions (10-6-3) at Hermleigh High School. Game 1 is on Thursday, April 30, at 4 p.m., with Game 2 immediately following. Game 3, if necessary, will be on Saturday, May 2.
The Jayton Jaybirds (7-3) will meet the May Tigers (12-1) at Clyde High School. Game 1 is on Wednesday, April 29, at 4:30 p.m., followed by Game 2. Game 3, if needed, is scheduled for Monday, May 4, at 4:30 p.m.
The Hamlin Pied Pipers (14-1) and Cross Plains Buffaloes (9-7) will face off at Eula High School. Game 1 is on Tuesday, April 28, at 4:30 p.m. Game 2 is Wednesday, April 29, at 4:30 p.m., and Game 3, if required, on Monday, May 4, at 4:30 p.m.
The Westbrook Wildcats (1-9) will have a one-game playoff against the Hermleigh Cardinals (5-3) on Tuesday, April 28, at 7 p.m. at Ira Sports Complex.
The Munday Moguls (4-5) will take on the Perrin-Whitt Pirates (11-1), with details to be announced.
The Gordon Longhorns (13-3) will compete against the Aquila Eagles (9-7) at Parsons Sports Ranch in Clifton. Game 1 is on Wednesday, April 29, at 3:30 p.m., with Game 2 immediately following. Game 3 details are to be determined.
This week promises a showcase of rising baseball talent and fierce competition as these teams fight to keep their championship dreams alive. Every pitch and every swing will count as the journey through the UIL Baseball Playoffs intensifies.