UTSA Roadrunners vs. Wichita State Shockers: Baseball Matchup Preview
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) Roadrunners will face off against the Wichita State Shockers in a three-game series at Roadrunner Field in San Antonio, Texas, beginning Friday, May 1, 2026. The Roadrunners enter the series with a 30-14 overall record and a 12-6 record in American Athletic Conference play, while the Shockers are 26-20 overall and 10-8 in conference action.
Roadrunner Field: A History of Baseball
Roadrunner Field has served as the home of the UTSA baseball team since its opening in 1993. The facility has a seating capacity of 1,000 fans and features a berm along the first-base line. Recent upgrades to the ballpark, completed in 2025, include a Tifway 419 hybrid Bermuda grass playing surface, padded walls, an artificial turf halo, a Daktronics scoreboard, Musco Sports lighting, Rightview Pro cameras, a covered batting cage, and a locker room. A new press box boasts two broadcast booths and a camera deck.
Parking is available in unmarked spaces in the Barshop (BS) and Brackenridge Ave 4 (BK4) Lots on game days.
Series Schedule
- Friday, May 1: 6:00 pm CT
- Saturday, May 2: 2:00 pm CT
- Sunday, May 3: 1:00 pm CT
UTSA Baseball Program Highlights
UTSA began its baseball program in 1992 and played its first games at Roadrunner Field the following season. The Roadrunners have achieved success throughout their history, including winning the Southland Conference tournament in 1994 and earning their first NCAA tournament bid. They repeated as conference champions in 2005 and secured regular season championships in 2007, 2008, and 2013. In 2025, UTSA reached the Super Regionals of the College World Series, marking their deepest postseason run to date.
Fan Experience at Roadrunner Field
Roadrunner Field offers fans a variety of food and beverage options, including burgers, hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, pretzels, candy, bottled sodas, water, and beer. Food trucks are also on site. A gourmet lemonade stand near the entrance offers unique flavors like blackberry, strawberry, watermelon, and passion fruit.
Looking Ahead
The upcoming series against Wichita State represents a key opportunity for the UTSA Roadrunners to continue their strong season and solidify their position in the American Athletic Conference standings. With recent facility upgrades and a history of success, Roadrunner Field is poised to provide an exciting atmosphere for fans.