The University of Washington scored three runs in the bottom of the eighth inning to break a tie and defeat Connecticut 9-6 to win the NCAA Conway Regional at Springs Brooks Stadium.
Washington (33-23), which has won eight of its last nine games, advances to a Super Regional for the first time in program history.
A.J. Graffanino hit a three-run double to deep right field to break the tie in the eighth.
“The fact that it is the programs first time, it is a special thing to be a part of,” Graffanino said. “Being around these guys and the coaching staff, this is definitely the coolest baseball experience in my life.