Austin Peay Baseball: 2026 Home Schedule & Promotions | Govs Athletics
- – Austin Peay State University’s baseball team has unveiled its promotional calendar for the 2026 home season at Joe Maynard Field at Raymond C.
- The Governors’ home schedule is designed to offer a variety of experiences for fans, with recurring themes like $3 Tuesdays and Conference Fridays.
- Sundays at The Hand will offer a special experience for young fans, with children invited to run the bases following the conclusion of each game.
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. – Austin Peay State University’s baseball team has unveiled its promotional calendar for the 2026 home season at Joe Maynard Field at Raymond C. Hand Park, kicking off with a three-game series against Eastern Michigan beginning on .
The Governors’ home schedule is designed to offer a variety of experiences for fans, with recurring themes like $3 Tuesdays and Conference Fridays. Every Tuesday home game will feature admission priced at just three dollars, providing an affordable option for fans to enjoy collegiate baseball. Conference Fridays, coinciding with Atlantic Sun Conference play, will see the addition of food trucks to cater to attendees’ cravings.
Sundays at The Hand will offer a special experience for young fans, with children invited to run the bases following the conclusion of each game. This post-game tradition aims to create lasting memories and foster a love for the sport among the next generation of baseball enthusiasts.
The opening weekend series against Eastern Michigan, from to , will be a celebratory occasion. Fans in attendance will receive a schedule poster and a free t-shirt upon arrival, marking the start of the Governors’ 87th season.
The promotional schedule continues on and with a two-game midweek series against Ohio, falling during spring break. Tuesday’s game on will again be a $3 Tuesday, offering a budget-friendly option for students and families enjoying their break.
As the season progresses, the Governors will host Lipscomb from to for Prospect Weekend, inviting youth groups to attend the series at a discounted rate. This event aims to engage with the local baseball community and provide opportunities for aspiring players.
April brings a series of themed weekends. Military Appreciation Weekend, from to against North Alabama, will honor members of the military and personnel from Fort Campbell. Attendees will have the chance to receive a free camo golf towel during Master’s Week festivities. Another $3 Tuesday is scheduled for against Tennessee Tech.
The Governors will also host a “Bark in the Park” series against Bellarmine from to , welcoming fans and their canine companions to enjoy a game together. A second $3 Tuesday is slated for against Western Kentucky.
Fan Appreciation Weekend, from to against Central Arkansas, will feature giveaways at every contest, including freebies on Friday, food on Saturday, and a raffle for the series finale on Sunday. This weekend serves as a thank you to the loyal Governors fanbase.
The home schedule will conclude with a series against Eastern Kentucky from to . Senior Saturday during this series will be dedicated to celebrating the graduating players and their contributions to the program.
Currently, the Austin Peay Governors hold an overall record of 2-2 for the 2026 season, with a 0-0 record at home and in conference play, according to data from D1Baseball.com. Their non-conference record stands at 2-2. The team is currently ranked 271 in RPI (Rating Percentage Index) and 265 in non-conference RPI.
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