HENDERSON, Nev. — May 4, 2026 — The College of Southern Nevada Coyotes will host the 2026 NJCAA Region 1 Baseball Championship this week at Lied Field | Morse Stadium, welcoming the top four teams from the ACCAC for a double-elimination tournament running May 7–10.
After capturing the ACCAC Regular Season Championship for the second consecutive year, the Coyotes enter the tournament as the No. 1 seed with a 37–11 overall record and 22–8 mark in conference play. CSN will look to defend its home field and secure a berth in the NJCAA Western District Championship, which will be hosted by the Region 9 champion.
Tournament Field (Top 4 – ACCAC)
The 2026 Region 1 field features four of the top programs in the conference:
- #1 College of Southern Nevada
37–11 overall | 22–8 ACCAC
- #2 Cochise College
43–13 overall | 20–10 ACCAC
- #3 Arizona Western College
38–13 overall | 18–12 ACCAC
- #4 Central Arizona College
35–21 overall | 16–14 ACCAC
CSN led the conference in winning percentage (.733) and allowed just 129 runs in league play, showcasing one of the most balanced teams in the ACCAC this season.
Tournament Format & Schedule
The Region 1 Championship will follow a double-elimination format, with all games played at Lied Field | Morse Stadium. The tournament opens Thursday and runs through Sunday, with a potential "if necessary" championship game.
Key Game Times:
- Thursday, May 7
- Game 1: 10:00 AM (#2 Cochise vs. #3 Arizona Western)
- Game 2: 2:30 PM (#1 CSN vs. #4 Central Arizona)
- Friday, May 8
- Game 3: 10:00 AM (Elimination Game)
- Game 4: 2:30 PM (Winners Bracket)
- Saturday, May 9
- Game 5: 10:00 AM (Elimination Game)
- Game 6: 2:30 PM (Elimination/Advancement)
- Sunday, May 10
- Championship Game: 12:00 PM
- Game 7 (if necessary)
What's at Stake
The winner of the Region 1 Championship advances to the NJCAA Western District Championship, one step away from the NJCAA World Series. With home-field advantage and a championship-caliber roster, the Coyotes are positioned to make a strong postseason run.
Coyotes Outlook
CSN enters the tournament playing strong baseball down the stretch and will rely on a deep pitching staff and balanced offensive lineup. The Coyotes have proven they can win in multiple ways—whether through power, speed, or pitching depth—making them a formidable opponent in a tournament setting.
Facing a field that includes nationally competitive programs like Cochise and Arizona Western, the path will be challenging, but the opportunity to compete for a regional title at home adds an extra layer of momentum.
The 2026 NJCAA Region 1 Baseball Championship begins Thursday at Lied Field | Morse Stadium. For complete coverage, schedules, and updates, visit www.csncoyotes.com.
