Rangers Win Nail-Biter in Houston, Top Wharton County 7–6

HOUSTON, Texas — February 5, 2026 — Ranger College baseball survived a dramatic late comeback Thursday night, edging Wharton County Junior College 7–6 in a tightly contested matchup in Houston.

After seeing a four-run advantage disappear in the ninth inning, the Rangers responded in extra innings, scoring the go-ahead run in the 10th on a Wharton error to secure the victory.

Late Rally Turns the Tide

Wharton opened the scoring in the fourth inning with a two-run double, but Ranger answered in the eighth with a decisive five-run rally to take a 6–2 lead. The big swing in the inning came on a sacrifice fly by Jeremiah Torres, which drove in two runs and sparked the Rangers' comeback.

Wharton tied the game at six in the bottom of the ninth on a home run by Parker Collier, sending the contest to extra innings. Ranger regained the lead in the top of the 10th when an error allowed the eventual winning run to score.

Balanced Effort at the Plate

Ranger finished with six hits, led by Samuel Kelley, who went 1-for-4 with two RBIs and a double. Ashton Fisher, Joey Rodriguez, Jackson Hopper, and Reid Richard each collected hits, while Torres drove in two runs on the night.

Jammer Slams the Door

On the mound, Kaden Jammer earned the win after tossing 1.1 scoreless innings of relief, allowing no hits while walking one. Starter Anthony Kelley delivered a strong outing, going six innings and striking out six, while allowing just two earned runs. Ranger also received key relief appearances from Stephen Michalsky, Jack Nolan, and Ethan Loera.

Despite Wharton drawing 11 walks, Ranger's pitching staff limited damage late and turned a double play to help preserve the win.

Photo Credit: Katy Rodriguez