North Dakota State baseball and head coach Tyler Oakes have recently made an exciting announcement regarding the 2025 schedule. This comprehensive schedule holds numerous opportunities and challenges for the team as they gear up for another season of intense competition.

Unveiling North Dakota State Baseball's 2025 Season Roadmap

Opening the Season with a Road Swing in Texas

The Bison are set to kick off the 2025 season with an eight-game road trip in Texas. It all begins with a clash against Dallas Baptist from February 14th to 16th. Last season, Dallas Baptist boasted an impressive 45-15 overall record and secured a spot in the NCAA Tournament. This will be a tough test for the NDSU team right from the start. After facing Dallas Baptist, the Bison will continue their journey with two games at Lamar from February 18th to 19th and a three-game series at UTRGV from February 21st to 23rd. These early road games will provide valuable experience and set the tone for the rest of the season.

First Ever Meeting with Alabama and Other SEC Encounters

Following the Texas road trip, NDSU will travel to Alabama for a three-game series from February 28th to March 2nd. This marks the first-ever meeting between the Bison and the Crimson Tide, adding an extra element of excitement to the schedule. The team will then take on LSU in Baton Rouge with a two-game set on March 4th to 5th. Last year, NDSU faced an SEC opponent during their travels, and this year they continue this trend. After facing LSU, the Bison will have their first-ever meeting at Tulane with a three-game series from March 7th to 9th. These SEC matchups will give the team a chance to test their skills against some of the top teams in the country.

Traveling to Oklahoma and Summit League Play

NDSU will make a trip to Oklahoma for five games and open Summit League play with a three-game series against Oral Roberts from March 14th to 16th. This will be an important test for the team as they enter league play. The Bison will close their Oklahoma trip with their first meeting with Oklahoma State since 1982, with two games on March 18th to 19th. The Summit League schedule consists of 30 games, and NDSU will kick off their home schedule against South Dakota State from March 28th to 30th. The Summit League Tournament is scheduled for May 21st to 25th in Omaha, Nebraska, hosted by Omaha at Tal Anderson Field.

Non-Conference Highlights and Other Matchups

The non-conference schedule also features two meetings at Creighton for the second straight season, on April 8th and April 22nd. These games will provide additional opportunities for the team to gain experience and compete against tough opponents. Additionally, NDSU will travel to Minnesota on April 15th and April 29th. The full 2025 schedule can be viewed here, giving fans and supporters a chance to mark their calendars and follow the team's progress throughout the season.