Wake Forest Athletics
Saturday, March 28
Winston-Salem, N.C.
2 p.m.
Wake Forest University
vs
Cal
Wake Forest Continues ACC Play against Cal
3/26/2026 12:53:00 PM | Baseball
The Demon Deacons battle the Golden Bears for just the second time in program history on Friday night.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Wake Forest closes out a four-game homestand, welcoming California to David F. Couch Ballpark for a three-game ACC set.
The Deacs and Golden Bears meet for the second time on Friday, with the series being the first between the two teams since Cal joined the ACC.
The Demon Deacons trimmed a trio of six-run deficits down to two, ultimately falling, 14-12, when the two teams met in the ACC Tournament last year.
Stay tuned to the Demon Deacons' social media accounts (@WakeBaseball) for all in-game updates and information.
Pitching Matchup
Friday – So. RHP Cameron Bagwell (2-0, 2.77 ERA) vs. Jr. RHP Oliver de la Torre (1-3, 2.70 ERA)
Saturday – So. RHP Chris Levonas (5-1, 2.05 ERA) vs. Sr. RHP Ethan Foley (2-2, 5.28)
Sunday – So. RHP Troy Dressler (3-0, 4.71 ERA) vs. RHP Gavin Eddy (3-1, 2.70 ERA)
By The Numbers
• Wake Forest has a +78 run differential entering this weekend against California
• The Deacs have outscored their opponents 84-45 between the first through third innings.
• Wake Forest scored nine runs in the seventh inning against Liberty - its largest run total in a single inning.
• The Deacs are 18-7 when hitting a home run and 9-1 when hitting multiple homers.
• Wake has won 10 of 12 games in which it has not committed an error, while going 8-5 when committing at least one error.
• When holding opponents to five or fewer runs, the Demon Deacons are 12-1. On the flip side, Wake has a record of 2-5 when scoring five or fewer runs in a game and is 16-2 when scoring at least six runs.
• Wake is 2-1 in games decided by two runs or less.
• Home runs account for 61 of the 193 runs batted in on the season (31.6 percent).
Parking
Fans who have purchased season parking in the Couch Ballpark and McCreary Tower lots will be guaranteed their spots on gameday. No single-game parking will be sold in the Couch lot. Please have your pass prepared to show the parking attendant as you enter the lot.
As a reminder, fans are only permitted to use one (1) parking space per parking pass. Tailgating is not allowed within the parking lots and may only take place in the grassy areas near David F. Couch Ballpark.
Complimentary parking is available in the Gold lot at Allegacy Stadium and in the Starry and Diet Pepsi lots at LJVM Coliseum on gamedays on a first-come, first-serve basis. Fans parking in the Starry and Diet Pepsi lots are encouraged to cross Deacon Boulevard by using the crosswalk noted on the map above.
There are a limited amount of McCreary Tower Lot spots available on a single-game basis. You must purchase your pass online before hand, as you will not be allowed to purchase your parking pass at the stadium on gameday.
Please note that construction will continue to impact traffic flow around certain lots throughout the 2026 season. Stay tuned to GoDeacs.com/bsbgameday for the latest construction information.
Accessibility
Wake Forest Athletics strives to provide content at games, social media and on GoDeacs.com that is accessible to all people. In the continued effort to improve accessibility of the technology and digital content at tomorrow's game, fans can access closed captions HERE for the public address announcer and in-venue content.
DEACTOWN Charlotte
Building on the previously announced 2027 Wake Forest football matchup with Notre Dame inside Bank of America Stadium, Wake Forest Athletics continues to strengthen its regional ties to Charlotte as the Demon Deacons baseball program will head to the Queen City to take on Clemson in a showdown at Truist Field on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
The April 1 contest will feature a full slate of special event elements, including NBA legend Muggsy Bogues throwing out the ceremonial first pitch and the Spirit of the Old Gold & Black performing at select moments throughout the day. The game will also highlight Wake Forest's academic programming in Charlotte.
Tickets for the game are on sale now and fans can purchase by clicking HERE.
Fan Tailgate Sign Up
Enjoy early access to the ballpark and get ready to cheer on the Deacs as they take on Clemson in Charlotte. Rooftop hospitality will be available from 5:00-7:00 p.m. and first pitch is slated for 6:30 p.m.
Your registration includes traditional gameday food, non-alcoholic beverages and Wake Forest swag.
Ticket Options:
Rooftop Standing Room Only – $40: Includes access to the rooftop pre-game hospitality and standing-room viewing from the rooftop during the game.
Rooftop Hospitality Access + Reserved Seat Upgrade– $50: Includes access to the rooftop pre-game hospitality and an assigned, seated ticket in the stands that guests can access when the stadium gates open.
Additional event details will be shared with registered guests as we get closer to game day. We hope to see you there!
Student Tickets and Shuttle
Wake Forest will offer students the chance to join us in DEACTOWN Charlotte with free tickets and shuttle service to the game.
The sign-up form is available by clicking HERE. The form deadline is Monday, March 30, at midnight. Tickets will be sent to students on Tuesday, March 31.
The shuttle pick-up location will be in front of the Manchester Athletic Center, with the first bus departing at 3:30 p.m. and a second bus departing at 4 p.m.
Both will depart after the game.
2026 Wake Forest Baseball Ticket Options
Interested in the Deacon Deck? Request a call from a Wake Forest Athletics representative or contact us at tix@wfu.edu or (336) 758-3322 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Follow The Deacs:
GoDeacs.com | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
The Deacs and Golden Bears meet for the second time on Friday, with the series being the first between the two teams since Cal joined the ACC.
The Demon Deacons trimmed a trio of six-run deficits down to two, ultimately falling, 14-12, when the two teams met in the ACC Tournament last year.
Stay tuned to the Demon Deacons' social media accounts (@WakeBaseball) for all in-game updates and information.
Pitching Matchup
Friday – So. RHP Cameron Bagwell (2-0, 2.77 ERA) vs. Jr. RHP Oliver de la Torre (1-3, 2.70 ERA)
Saturday – So. RHP Chris Levonas (5-1, 2.05 ERA) vs. Sr. RHP Ethan Foley (2-2, 5.28)
Sunday – So. RHP Troy Dressler (3-0, 4.71 ERA) vs. RHP Gavin Eddy (3-1, 2.70 ERA)
By The Numbers
• Wake Forest has a +78 run differential entering this weekend against California
• The Deacs have outscored their opponents 84-45 between the first through third innings.
• Wake Forest scored nine runs in the seventh inning against Liberty - its largest run total in a single inning.
• The Deacs are 18-7 when hitting a home run and 9-1 when hitting multiple homers.
• Wake has won 10 of 12 games in which it has not committed an error, while going 8-5 when committing at least one error.
• When holding opponents to five or fewer runs, the Demon Deacons are 12-1. On the flip side, Wake has a record of 2-5 when scoring five or fewer runs in a game and is 16-2 when scoring at least six runs.
• Wake is 2-1 in games decided by two runs or less.
• Home runs account for 61 of the 193 runs batted in on the season (31.6 percent).
Parking
Fans who have purchased season parking in the Couch Ballpark and McCreary Tower lots will be guaranteed their spots on gameday. No single-game parking will be sold in the Couch lot. Please have your pass prepared to show the parking attendant as you enter the lot.
As a reminder, fans are only permitted to use one (1) parking space per parking pass. Tailgating is not allowed within the parking lots and may only take place in the grassy areas near David F. Couch Ballpark.
Complimentary parking is available in the Gold lot at Allegacy Stadium and in the Starry and Diet Pepsi lots at LJVM Coliseum on gamedays on a first-come, first-serve basis. Fans parking in the Starry and Diet Pepsi lots are encouraged to cross Deacon Boulevard by using the crosswalk noted on the map above.
There are a limited amount of McCreary Tower Lot spots available on a single-game basis. You must purchase your pass online before hand, as you will not be allowed to purchase your parking pass at the stadium on gameday.
Please note that construction will continue to impact traffic flow around certain lots throughout the 2026 season. Stay tuned to GoDeacs.com/bsbgameday for the latest construction information.
Accessibility
Wake Forest Athletics strives to provide content at games, social media and on GoDeacs.com that is accessible to all people. In the continued effort to improve accessibility of the technology and digital content at tomorrow's game, fans can access closed captions HERE for the public address announcer and in-venue content.
DEACTOWN Charlotte
Building on the previously announced 2027 Wake Forest football matchup with Notre Dame inside Bank of America Stadium, Wake Forest Athletics continues to strengthen its regional ties to Charlotte as the Demon Deacons baseball program will head to the Queen City to take on Clemson in a showdown at Truist Field on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
The April 1 contest will feature a full slate of special event elements, including NBA legend Muggsy Bogues throwing out the ceremonial first pitch and the Spirit of the Old Gold & Black performing at select moments throughout the day. The game will also highlight Wake Forest's academic programming in Charlotte.
Tickets for the game are on sale now and fans can purchase by clicking HERE.
Fan Tailgate Sign Up
Enjoy early access to the ballpark and get ready to cheer on the Deacs as they take on Clemson in Charlotte. Rooftop hospitality will be available from 5:00-7:00 p.m. and first pitch is slated for 6:30 p.m.
Your registration includes traditional gameday food, non-alcoholic beverages and Wake Forest swag.
Ticket Options:
Rooftop Standing Room Only – $40: Includes access to the rooftop pre-game hospitality and standing-room viewing from the rooftop during the game.
Rooftop Hospitality Access + Reserved Seat Upgrade– $50: Includes access to the rooftop pre-game hospitality and an assigned, seated ticket in the stands that guests can access when the stadium gates open.
Additional event details will be shared with registered guests as we get closer to game day. We hope to see you there!
Student Tickets and Shuttle
Wake Forest will offer students the chance to join us in DEACTOWN Charlotte with free tickets and shuttle service to the game.
The sign-up form is available by clicking HERE. The form deadline is Monday, March 30, at midnight. Tickets will be sent to students on Tuesday, March 31.
The shuttle pick-up location will be in front of the Manchester Athletic Center, with the first bus departing at 3:30 p.m. and a second bus departing at 4 p.m.
Both will depart after the game.
2026 Wake Forest Baseball Ticket Options
- 2026 Single Game Tickets
- Single-game tickets for the full 30-game home slate for your Demon Deacons baseball team are available now! Non-conference tickets start at $8 and ACC tickets start at $12. Don't forget – prices increase by $5 on at the box office on gameday, making now the right time to purchase your tickets. Get ready for Opening Day and secure your tickets for Wake Forest baseball today.
- Premium Deacon Deck Seating Option at David F. Couch Ballpark for the 2026 Season!
- The Deacon Deck returns as a premier premium experience at David F. Couch Ballpark for the 2026 season. Fans have three options to secure tickets in the Deacon Deck: a Six Game Mini Plan ($399), group ticket experiences ($25/person), and single-game all-inclusive for select home opponents. Located on the first baseline, Deacon Deck ticket holders will enjoy:
- Loge-style deck seating with drink rails
- Club space lounge seating with climate-controlling fans and heaters and HD televisions
- Access to general admission seating in sections 1-4 of the ballpark
- Private bar with beer and wine for purchase
- The Deacon Deck returns as a premier premium experience at David F. Couch Ballpark for the 2026 season. Fans have three options to secure tickets in the Deacon Deck: a Six Game Mini Plan ($399), group ticket experiences ($25/person), and single-game all-inclusive for select home opponents. Located on the first baseline, Deacon Deck ticket holders will enjoy:
Interested in the Deacon Deck? Request a call from a Wake Forest Athletics representative or contact us at tix@wfu.edu or (336) 758-3322 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Follow The Deacs:
GoDeacs.com | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook
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