The Clemson Tiger baseball program secured the No. 11 national seed in the 2025 NCAA Baseball Tournament, earning the right to host the Clemson Regional at Doug Kingsmore Stadium for the third consecutive year. The Tigers will face a competitive four-team field as they begin their quest for Omaha in what promises to be an exciting Clemson Regional.
Tournament Selection and Seeding
Clemson’s impressive 44-16 record earned them recognition as the top seed in the Clemson Regional bracket. The Tigers currently rank 12th in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll and hold the 9th position in the RPI rankings. This marks Clemson’s 47th NCAA Tournament appearance, placing them fifth among all programs in tournament history.
The selection represents a significant achievement for the Tigers program, as they join an elite group of 16 teams chosen to host regional play. The announcement came during Monday’s NCAA Selection Show, which revealed the complete 64-team bracket for the 2025 tournament.
Clemson Regional Bracket Breakdown
The Clemson Regional features a well-balanced field of four teams competing in double-elimination format. West Virginia enters as the No. 2 seed with a 41-14 record and an RPI ranking of 28. The Mountaineers bring strong credentials from the Big 12 Conference and will pose a significant challenge to any opponent in the Clemson Regional.
Kentucky claims the No. 3 seed position with a 29-24 record and RPI ranking of 38. The Wildcats from the SEC represent a program with considerable tournament experience and the ability to compete at the highest level within the Clemson Regional field.
USC Upstate rounds out the Clemson Regional as the No. 4 seed, carrying a 36-23 record and RPI ranking of 86. Despite being the lowest seed, the Spartans from the Big South Conference have proven their mettle throughout the season and cannot be overlooked in Clemson Regional play.
Opening Round Matchups in the Clemson Regional
The Clemson Regional action begins Friday with two compelling matchups. West Virginia and Kentucky will open the tournament at noon on ESPNU, setting the stage for what promises to be an intense battle between two experienced programs in the Clemson Regional.
Clemson will take the field Friday evening at 6 p.m. on ACC Network, facing USC Upstate in front of their home crowd. The Tigers will look to capitalize on their home-field advantage at Doug Kingsmore Stadium during the Clemson Regional, where they have built a strong foundation over recent seasons.
Program Legacy and Tournament Tradition
This Clemson Regional hosting opportunity continues Clemson’s recent success in earning home-field advantage during the NCAA Tournament. The Tigers have now hosted regionals in three consecutive years, demonstrating the consistency and quality of their program under current leadership.
Doug Kingsmore Stadium will serve as the venue for all Clemson Regional games, providing Clemson with familiar surroundings as they pursue advancement to the Super Regional round. The facility has become synonymous with Tiger baseball excellence and will play host to its 19th regional since 1980.
Ticket Information and Fan Access for the Clemson Regional
IPTAY members received priority access to all-session tickets for the Clemson Regional beginning Monday afternoon following the NCAA Selection Show. General public sales for remaining all-session tickets and single-session options commenced Wednesday at 10 a.m., ensuring fans have multiple opportunities to witness the Clemson Regional action.
Path Forward from the Clemson Regional
The winner of the Clemson Regional will advance to face the victor from Baton Rouge regional in Super Regional play, scheduled for June 6-9. The ultimate goal remains reaching the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska, which begins June 13.
