Friday, May 13
Houston, Texas
6:30 p.m.
University of Houston
vs
UCF
Celebrating Seniors as Houston Hosts UCF
5/12/2022 4:14:00 PM | Baseball
Cougars close home American Athletic Conference play against Knights
HOUSTON – The University of Houston wraps up its home slate of American Athletic Conference play when it hosts UCF in a three-game series beginning at 6:30 p.m. Friday. Saturday's middle game is at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday's Senior Day finale begins at noon.
Fans attending this weekend's series should expect additional traffic congestion surrounding Sanders Field at Schroeder Park due to University of Houston on-campus commencement ceremonies all three days. For additional information, click here.
Houston (33-16, 12-6 American) enters Week 7 of American play in sole possession of second place and just 2.0 games back of league-leader ECU with six contests remaining.
UCF (28-20, 11-7 American) sits just one game back of the Cougars. The Cougars (.289) and Knights (.284) are the league's top-two offensive clubs. UCF's 3.92 ERA leads The American while the Cougars rank second in fielding percentage (.982).
HOW TO FOLLOW
Game 1: Live Stats • Live Audio • ESPN+
Game 2: Live Stats • Live Audio • ESPN+
Game 3: Live Stats • Live Audio • ESPN+
PROBABLE PITCHING MATCHUPS
– FRIDAY: RHP Jaycob Deese (5-2, 4.14 ERA) vs. RHP Ben Vespi (5-2, 2.16 ERA)
– SATURDAY: LHP Kyle LaCalameto (2-2, 4.11 ERA) vs. TBD
– SUNDAY: TBD vs. TBD
PROMOTIONS
For a full list of promotions, giveaways, and other exciting happens at Schroeder Park this weekend including Saturday's 2002 team recognition and Sunday's senior sendoff, click here.
NEED TO KNOW
Houston and UCF have met 58 times with Houston holding a 30-28 lead (series dates to 1990). Houston is 17-10 all-time against UCF at home. Thursday marks the first meeting between the teams in Houston since May 5-6, 2018.
Houston ranks sixth nationally and second in The American with a .982 fielding percentage. The single-season program record for fielding percentage is .977 set in 2000. The Cougars' current .982 fielding percentage ranks tied for third in American Conference history.
On Saturday, Houston will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its 2002 NCAA Super Regional team. The '02 Cougars matched a program record with 48 victories. The club won the NCAA Mesa Regional and was crowned Conference USA Champions at 22-7.
UP NEXT
Houston closes home regular season play with the Silver Glove Series finale against Rice at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. As part of 2-Dollar Tuesday, fans can purchase $2 tickets at the box office and take advantage of $2 Frito pies at the concession stand.
TICKETS ON SALE
Houston Baseball single-game tickets from Sanders Field at Schroeder Park are on sale. The Cougars will host four more games including three games against conference-rival UCF. To purchase tickets, click here.
JOIN the DUGOUT CLUB
Fans are invited to join The Dugout Club to directly support Houston Baseball. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Baseball for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the Dugout Club, text UHBASEBALL to 71777, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following UHCougarBB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Cougar Baseball. Fans can also follow the team on Instagram at uhcougarbb.
Fans attending this weekend's series should expect additional traffic congestion surrounding Sanders Field at Schroeder Park due to University of Houston on-campus commencement ceremonies all three days. For additional information, click here.
Houston (33-16, 12-6 American) enters Week 7 of American play in sole possession of second place and just 2.0 games back of league-leader ECU with six contests remaining.
UCF (28-20, 11-7 American) sits just one game back of the Cougars. The Cougars (.289) and Knights (.284) are the league's top-two offensive clubs. UCF's 3.92 ERA leads The American while the Cougars rank second in fielding percentage (.982).
HOW TO FOLLOW
Game 1: Live Stats • Live Audio • ESPN+
Game 2: Live Stats • Live Audio • ESPN+
Game 3: Live Stats • Live Audio • ESPN+
PROBABLE PITCHING MATCHUPS
– FRIDAY: RHP Jaycob Deese (5-2, 4.14 ERA) vs. RHP Ben Vespi (5-2, 2.16 ERA)
– SATURDAY: LHP Kyle LaCalameto (2-2, 4.11 ERA) vs. TBD
– SUNDAY: TBD vs. TBD
PROMOTIONS
For a full list of promotions, giveaways, and other exciting happens at Schroeder Park this weekend including Saturday's 2002 team recognition and Sunday's senior sendoff, click here.
NEED TO KNOW
Houston and UCF have met 58 times with Houston holding a 30-28 lead (series dates to 1990). Houston is 17-10 all-time against UCF at home. Thursday marks the first meeting between the teams in Houston since May 5-6, 2018.
Houston ranks sixth nationally and second in The American with a .982 fielding percentage. The single-season program record for fielding percentage is .977 set in 2000. The Cougars' current .982 fielding percentage ranks tied for third in American Conference history.
On Saturday, Houston will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its 2002 NCAA Super Regional team. The '02 Cougars matched a program record with 48 victories. The club won the NCAA Mesa Regional and was crowned Conference USA Champions at 22-7.
UP NEXT
Houston closes home regular season play with the Silver Glove Series finale against Rice at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. As part of 2-Dollar Tuesday, fans can purchase $2 tickets at the box office and take advantage of $2 Frito pies at the concession stand.
TICKETS ON SALE
Houston Baseball single-game tickets from Sanders Field at Schroeder Park are on sale. The Cougars will host four more games including three games against conference-rival UCF. To purchase tickets, click here.
JOIN the DUGOUT CLUB
Fans are invited to join The Dugout Club to directly support Houston Baseball. Members provide financial support directly to Houston Baseball for needs beyond operating budget. For more information about the Dugout Club, text UHBASEBALL to 71777, call Cougar Pride at 713-743-GoUH (4684) or click here.
STAY CONNECTED
Fans can receive updates by following UHCougarBB on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the team's Facebook page at Houston Cougar Baseball. Fans can also follow the team on Instagram at uhcougarbb.