In an exhilarating start to the NCAA Tournament, the West Virginia Mountaineers triumphed over Kentucky with a dramatic walk-off win, securing a 4-3 victory in the Clemson Regional opener. The game saw Kentucky initially take the lead, but West Virginia mounted a late comeback, highlighted by Armani Guzman’s sacrifice fly that clinched the win in the ninth inning. Following this victory, the Mountaineers now prepare to face Clemson, aiming to continue their momentum and seek redemption after a tough previous season. The defeat puts Kentucky in a precarious position as they face elimination in the tournament.