🐻 The Official Daily Newsletter For Baylor Athletics

Good Morning, Baylor Fam. Welcome home, Jerome Tang!

What all do we have stirring in today’s Brew? Check it out below!

🏈 Fans first
⚾️ Baseball hosts Texas Tech
🐻 And much, much more!

🎙️ THE SIC 'EM PODCAST

On this episode of the Sic ’Em Podcast, we sit down with Grace Carroll from Baylor volleyball for a conversation that goes beyond the court. Grace opens up about her journey to Baylor, plus the discipline and mindset required to compete at the Division I level. It’s a candid look at the work, leadership, and passion behind Baylor volleyball, giving fans a deeper understanding of the person behind the jersey.

📈 STOCK UP

🔼  New Front Porch. Baylor’s Fan Fest, presented by McLane Children’s, showcased the university’s new Fan First philosophy, aiming to connect with the Waco community and create lasting relationships. The event featured interactive activities, food, and entertainment, highlighting the department’s commitment to providing a memorable experience for fans of all ages. This initiative is seen as a stepping stone towards fostering a stronger sense of community and engagement with Baylor Athletics.

🔼 Jam-Packed Weekend. This weekend at Baylor Ballpark is one you don’t want to miss! The Bears will host Texas Tech tonight at 6:30 p.m. There will be nine winners of nine items throughout the game! Tomorrow’s 2 p.m. game is Bark in the Park and the first 100 dogs will receive a free toy. The series finale is Sunday at 1 p.m. and kids 12 and under get in free.

🔼 Stage Is Set. Baylor men’s tennis, seeded No. 10, will host the first and second rounds of the NCAA Championships at the Hurd Tennis Center. They will face Tulsa in the first round tonight at 6 p.m., with the winner advancing to play Auburn or Santa Clara.

🔼 Tourney Time. Baylor women’s tennis, making their sixth consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance, will face Wisconsin in the first round of the College Station Regional tomorrow at 10 a.m. The winner will advance to the regional final on Sunday.

🔼 Final Tuneup. Baylor All-Americans Tiriah Kelley, Molly Haywood, and Demario Prince will compete in the Texas Alumni Muster tomorrow. The meet serves as a final tuneup before the Big 12 Championship and an opportunity for athletes to qualify for regionals. Baylor’s women’s team is ranked No. 16 nationally after strong performances at the Michael Johnson Invitational.

🔼  Academic Excellence. 41 Baylor student-athletes were named to the 2026 Winter Academic All-Big 12 Teams, with equestrian leading with 28 honorees. Student-athletes must maintain a 3.20 GPA or higher and meet participation requirements to qualify.

🤔 BEARS TRIVIA

Today’s trivia question…

When was the last time Baylor men’s tennis hosted the first and second rounds of the NCAA Tournament?

Got a guess?

Scroll to the bottom to see the answer!

📅 THE WEEK AHEAD

Friday, May 1
🎽 Track & Field at Alumni Muster
🥎 Softball at No. 2 Texas Tech @ 6 p.m. | ESPN+
🎾 Men’s Tennis vs. Tulsa @ 6 p.m.
⚾️ Baseball vs. Texas Tech @ 6:30 p.m. | Tickets | ESPN+

Saturday, May 2
🎽 Track & Field at Alumni Muster
🎾 Women’s Tennis vs. Wisconsin @ 10 a.m. | Watch
🥎 Softball at No. 2 Texas Tech @ 1:30 p.m. | ESPN
⚾️ Baseball vs. Texas Tech @ 2 p.m. | Tickets | ESPN+

Sunday, May 3
⚾️ Baseball vs. Texas Tech @ 1 p.m. | Tickets | ESPN+

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🎉 TRIVIA ANSWER

Answer: 2022

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