RPI PRESSURE: Sun Belt Teams ROCKED by Latest RPI Rankings—Can Anyone Else CLINCH a Spot?

This episode of Locked On Sun Belt dives into the latest NCAA RPI rankings and their implications for Sun Belt Conference baseball teams vying for at-large tournament bids. Host Dave Schultz analyzes the current standings, highlighting Coastal Carolina and Southern Miss as the top two teams still in contention for national seeds, despite recent setbacks. He emphasizes the importance of finishing strong in conference play, especially for teams like App State, Arkansas State, and South Alabama, which must win the Sun Belt Conference Tournament to secure NCAA berths. The Cajuns' loss to UNO is scrutinized as a pivotal moment that hurt their RPI, while App State's upcoming series against them is framed as a season-defining showdown. Schultz also discusses how midweek games and non-conference results impact RPI, noting that teams like South Alabama and Troy have had sneaky good seasons but face long odds without tournament success. The episode concludes with a preview of upcoming football coach interviews and a reminder to subscribe to the podcast across platforms.